"The Last Kiss"

2006-09-14 13:22:50

Dear Friends,

Alas the day has come! At midnight tonight (thursday), "The Last Kiss" officially opens. If you can, please go check it out this first weekend; it makes a huge difference as to how long the film will get to stay in theaters.

Thank you all so much for your kind words and support. It means a great deal to me.

It's been a long road and I'm very happy to finally share this movie with you. "The Last Kiss" is a very real, honest, gritty story about relationships, lust, love, betrayal, friendship and making choices.

Please let me know what you think; I'll be checking this site for comments all weekend.

I hope it moves you in the same way it moved me when I first read it.

Peace and love,

Good luck!

Caroline | 2006-09-14 13:24:23

sure thing zach. i just bought my ticket online for the first showing tomorrow. hopefully you have a big box office. it would be sad if you opened worse than josh harnet and the rock

scott | 2006-09-14 13:24:48

I will definitely be checking out the movie.

Joe | 2006-09-14 13:24:54

Hi Zach!

As I said before, I can´t wait to see The Last Kiss.
But I don´t have any idea how long I have to wait to see that film in Germany!
But until then I will read every comment and every thing about it.

I was able to see the Conan Show: It was great! I loved it!

Good Luck with The Last Kiss!

Moni from Germany

Moni | 2006-09-14 13:26:20

hey zach, it's me, t0shirt girl from TRL when u were on! i just wanted to say i am soooo excited to see the movie!!!!!!!! i think it's going to be great! Luckily, i live in NYC, so i have my pick of theaters to see it in tomorrow. i'll let u know how much i love it tomorrow!
Becky*

Becky | 2006-09-14 13:26:37

I am so excited to see this movie. I'm telling everyone i know to go also. The best of luck!!!
PS you were so cute on Conan and Ellen.

sam | 2006-09-14 13:27:07

I am going to see the movie this weekend, I can't wait!! You were great on Conan O Brien, loved the preview of the movie. I'll give you my review of the movie after I watch it, although I'm sure I'll love it. See ya!

Breaa | 2006-09-14 13:29:54

i'm so excited for you! great job with conan, as well. now just rest, relax and enjoy. and convince your friend to upgrade to wireless internet, it was painful just thinking about it. i'll even get him a deal on a computer!

great job, zach, i'm sure your hard work is about to pay off.

katie | 2006-09-14 13:32:10

If i could fly all the way out to America just to watch this film on its first weekend of opening, i would. But sadly being the poor 19 year old student i am, i can't afford to :( But i am going to give you my full support to you for when it comes out in the UK. When is that btw? I hope you're as proud as a mother when her kid goes off to school for the first time! Yeah that just wasn't funny......hope you have a really good time this weekend and get a good responce! I'm crossing everything i can for good luck for you!

xxx

Kaydie | 2006-09-14 13:32:42

PORK CHOP! I've got Big Plans to check the movie out this weekend, no fear.

Great job on Conan. Definiately the best of your promo appearances that I saw. Count me in among the thumbs-up giving masses re: your hair. I'm surprised they trotted out your Punk'd appearance though -- wasn't that a good while ago?

Karo | 2006-09-14 13:32:58

I am so excited about the movie. I have to work Friday night but I will be there Saturday. I just have to say that I am very glad that you and the movie(actually, all your work) are getting the buzz that you deserve. You truly are a great artist of today. I love the passion you have for your work. You also have great taste in music. I look forward to more projects in the future. Detroit loves ya! Keep up the good work.

Lisa from Detroit | 2006-09-14 13:34:32

Ill defenitely see it. And Good Luck! Ure the best!

Axel | 2006-09-14 13:34:48

Hey Zach.

I am pretty sure, the movie is absolutely great. If you like it that much, it must be good. I mean, your opinion on film'n'music has never disappointed me. So why should it this time? ;-)
At the moment, I'm listening to the soundtrack of TLK. It's awesome. You've really done a great job compiling this soundtrack. I just get that undescribable ZB-Soundtrack feeling, while listening to it. ;-)

I wish you and all the people involved in TLK aaaalllll the best with the movie.

Best wishes from Switzerland
Pascal

Pascal | 2006-09-14 13:35:21

Yay, I am driving two hours to go see it at Alamo Drafthouse in Austin.

Jake M. | 2006-09-14 13:36:49

i hope the movie does well. i usually just rent movies (i think last movie i watched at a theatre was chronicles of narnia) but with The Last Kiss, i'm taking a day off so that i can watch the very first showing at 12:50 :) good luck with everything!

Grace | 2006-09-14 13:37:29

I am so excited to see this film! Mostly because you are in it, but also because the story is compelling and your track record shows that you do things that are worth doing.
Seeing you succeed brings me a lot of joy.

Sarah | 2006-09-14 13:38:15

Grace | 2006-09-14 13:38:42

Hi Zach,
I haven't seen the movie yet, but I wanted to reach you and didn't know how else to do so.I just saw you on Ellen and I love "Scrubs". I am a 63-year old retired teacher and this is not a crank letter. My mother's maiden name was Braff and my cousins and I have all been wondering if we are perhaps related. Our grandparents were Anna and Harry Braff and were from Warsaw as far as I know. My mother was the oldest of 7 children and the only one born in Poland(1902), I assume in a Jewish ghetto. We don't know too much else of the family history and the Braff generation that were our parents is all gone now. Does your family originate from that part of the world? Would you know of any connection? Might you be ineterested in persuing this? There is also a branch in England. When they left Poland, my grandmother's sister went to UK. I'd love a response. Thank you so much.
Anne Winograd Hanney

Anne Hanney | 2006-09-14 13:43:24

i really wish u guys teh best. here in germany i have to wait until november :(

mark | 2006-09-14 13:45:40

GoodLuck with the premiere, i'm sure it will be great.

glad to see you're listening to the new pornographers, great band. Listen to Neko Case on her own too, fabulous stuff, really.

As well, new band in canada called Volcanoeless in Canada. Check them out, you heard it here first!

can't wait for new scrubs!

Stace | 2006-09-14 13:45:59

I will definitely check out the movie this weekend. I can tell you are really proud of it, so that adds to the excitement! I wish you the best of luck with the movie and whatever you pursue after this, which is the least I can do after all you've done for me.

- Rachel

Rachel B. | 2006-09-14 13:46:54

Never been a fan before, wait, not true, I'm a fan of my dog and I say I'm a fan of some of my friends... Anyway, I'm a fan! Thanks for the laughs and being you! Can't wait to see the movie and more Scrubs!

Cheers!
alicia

Alicia Wallace | 2006-09-14 13:48:45

Zach, Good luck!!!
I really hope this movie will succseed a greta deal and get a lot of views! Thank you for everything. We engoyed reading your posts and seeing all the things you did to pimp "The last kiss".
I really want to see it and I can't wait to see it! I hope it will come to Israel and I hope it will come soon.
You are great.
I hope you get a lot of sleep now.
Love
Yael

Yael | 2006-09-14 13:53:03

dude. i love you.
going to see it tomorrow! XD
p.s. - you were fab on conan.

dianaaaa | 2006-09-14 13:55:01

ive been waiting so long and am definitely going tomorrow and bringing a few friends to bring up the numbers.

Ahmad | 2006-09-14 13:55:26

YAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!! *yeeeeeee* *squeeeee* *other various assorted noises of glee*

so exited!!!

p.s., give Margot & the Nuclear so & so's a listen they're amazing

and yes thats the full name.

Allison Who? | 2006-09-14 13:56:41

I can't wait to see it, congratulations you got two thumbs up in the reviews!! It really isn't fair the reviewers get to see the movies before the audience does. ;-)

I saw you on Connon O'Brien- YOU LOOKED GOOD!
:-) I also caught parts of you on 103.1, I live on the border of catching and not catching the station clearly. I was driving in the direction of the valley that day and jumped in joy when I actually got a clear signal. I live Just outside of Calabasas so I wasn't going to get any good reception there. You had some good live bands on there, I was able to catch some of them, unfortunate that I missed Remy Zero though. :-(

debbie | 2006-09-14 13:57:08

&& i bought the soundtrackk on amazon.com. i love ittt. already a ton of my friends are hooked too. :]

dianaaaa | 2006-09-14 13:57:57

I'm both excited and terrified to see it. It seems to mirror life so well, which is - exciting and terrifying.

ok_girl | 2006-09-14 13:59:43

I can't wait to see it. We're seeing it Saturday night. It's only playing at one theater around here and we're driving the 45 minutes, but I'm sure it will be worth it!!! I'm so excited. I've really enjoyed seeing you on the different talk shows promoting it. Everyone seems to really like it!
Conan was really funny and Ellen was great-but she rocks, so of course it was!

Meggan | 2006-09-14 14:00:04

I'm going to see it tomorrow, I can't wait. =)

Ashton | 2006-09-14 14:00:41

You're right it's the day! But unfortunately i'm French and I'll have to wait to see it. Nonetheless I don't want to see it in french, I don't like the dubbings and I truly appreciate a movie only in its original version. Check this out, the first time I watch "Garden State" it was in english and will always be . But there is a chance that i'm going to U;S in early October just for one week and during this week I'll take the time to watch (damn I forgot the name of the movie, what was it !!!) I mean "The Last Kiss". I told you about a band last time that you might like . The name is "Girls in Hawai" it's a belgium band with english songs and it's pretty damn good. Try and listen it. Ttell me if you enjoy it.
Keep up the good choices Zach, see ya!

Stef

Stef | 2006-09-14 14:00:50

Zach, I'm going to the 12:30 showing on Sunday.
I cannot wait! And I know I'll end up buying the soundtrack immediately after the show, just like I did with Garden State.

I love that there have been so many interviews with you popping up. It's fantastic!!

Oh, and please release another Scrubs soundtrack. You always pick out the best music. There needs to be more!

Good luck this weekend. I know it's going to be a smash hit to touch the souls of everyone who sees it.

Liz | 2006-09-14 14:01:32

already have my tickets Zachary!

did you think for one momentito I would miss this biggest of big nights my friend? My TIVO is on fire...working overtime with your sweet tuchus all over the dial. What happened with the early show? Did Bob Barker bump you or was it those cooking broads? Never mind, the Ellen show was enough. Cannot Wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

XOXO

Debra

JewcyDeb | 2006-09-14 14:03:38

Zach, I saw the Last Kiss at the private screening in Boston. (You were also there), and I must say the film was great. The acting was superb, you did a great job, so congratulations on that. The movie was just really real. I instantly got hooked on every character, and I can't wait to see bonus features on the DVD.

Great Job, and it was an awesome time with you there.

-J

Justin Alan | 2006-09-14 14:04:17

I hate the limited release -- 1100 screens? Montana only has two of those, Missoula and Bozeman. Which sadly means I won't be able to see it until it finally (if ever?) gets to Helena. Curses. You probably don't have much control over that, but we'd love to have it here. I swear, we could get enough people together to sell it out....

By the way, I LOVE the soundtrack, best cd this year, by far. Great job Zach.

Kyrstin | 2006-09-14 14:04:18

I can't wait to see the movie this weekend! Just watched you on Ellen lookin good Zach!

I love the Itunes podcasts and aol moviefone interview!

Good luck on opening weekend I'm sure it will be #1!!!!

-Mandy

Mandy | 2006-09-14 14:04:57

Hey ZB,

Saw the premiere at TIFF this past weekend. Loved the movie. The dialogue was funny, smart, and, indeed, very real. I've been telling everyone about it, especially fans of any of all the awesome actors, and have been talking about it with the friends I saw it with since Sunday. It's very understated, in a great way, and, chances are, I'm gonna be seeing it again sometime soon. Just cuz.

I'll do the typical thing and suggest a song to you (and everyone else reading this): Heartbeats by Jose Gonzalez. P.S. Despite his name, the dude's Swedish!

Cheers.

Ada | 2006-09-14 14:08:50

Looking forward to it - have to wait another month for it here in the UK though. Hope it does well.

Phil | 2006-09-14 14:09:01

I'll be going out to see Last Kiss tomorrow. It looks great and I'm sure it will be.

You were splendid on Conan. It's nice you admit to beating up a kid. Good for you! And you really are pimping the movie. "Carry on!" Love the impersonation.

Mila | 2006-09-14 14:11:11

This is not fair. I'm in Poland and I don't know how long I will have to wait for the premiere here :( But - I can promise you Zach, that as soon as it will be here I'll be the first to see it.
Kisses, dorotta :)

dorotta | 2006-09-14 14:23:23

Zach, my friends and I are going this weekend, no doubt. I'm excited about the movie. i love the soundtrack, too. can't wait! I will DEFINATELY comment back this weekend! take care and best of luck with all the nerves and stuff

Evelyn Hernandez | 2006-09-14 14:23:25

Got it! It will be in Poland at 11.17.2006 :) Dude, can't wait :) Kisses, dorotta

dorotta | 2006-09-14 14:26:10

Im excited to see it. The only worry I have is that
the sex in the film will bring the viewer out of the story, but besides that it looks like it could be one of my
favorite films of the year.....GOOD LUCK........later

nathan presley | 2006-09-14 14:33:07

I am so excited to see the Last Kiss- the last movie my husband and I went too was Garden State... with a kid it's hard to get out- but we won't miss it!

Courtney | 2006-09-14 14:33:15

HI Zach!
I just watched the movie last night (sneak preview). I liked it! But, I definitely enjoyed the story and quirky characters of Garden State more :)

Sheana | 2006-09-14 14:36:01

Scrubs is freaking awesome!!!!!

ok.. had to get that out. I'm gonna try to make it out this weekend to see "The Last Kiss"

Tim | 2006-09-14 14:36:57

Can't wait Zach...i know it will be great

lace | 2006-09-14 14:38:04

Zach,
All day today I thought it was the 15th and had been planning to see "The Last Kiss" tonight. I have been waiting for classes to get out all day so I could go see it. I even invited a few friends to come see it with me. Then I looked at my cell phone and saw today's date. The 14th. I was so pissed. But I will DEFINATELY be there tomorrow. Can't wait.

Much Love and Support,
Wyndham

Wyndham | 2006-09-14 14:39:06

Also, have you heard of Travis? They are really good. They have a sound that I think you'd like.
www.travisonline.com
:)

Sheana | 2006-09-14 14:41:53

Zach, I'm so excited about seeing the movie. I have been counting the days. Also, ditto all your comments about The Netherlands. It is mine and my husband's favorite country. Did you check out Delft?
Happy opening weekend!

Alison | 2006-09-14 14:44:18

I plan to see it this weekend - can't wait!

brandi | 2006-09-14 14:45:40

Hello Mr. Baff! I just wanted to reiterate about how I am /so/ there tomorrow, with at least one friend (I don't have too many local friends, much less ones who are able to get away from kids or jobs or that will appreciate the movie at all). I will certainly let you know what I think; I expect it will... well, not "go over well", given the nature, but that I will like it none the less and enjoy the nitty gritty of it. Okay, I won't be super spammy now, but I hope the film does amazingly--after all, you've been all over promoting it and the TV spots look good, so... if it doesn't, it's because the majority of Americans have horrible taste and would rather watch, I dunno, a really idiotic movie.
But I have faith in this doing well, because so many people want it to. ^^;

Kim-chan | 2006-09-14 14:47:11

Hey Zach.

I would love to see the film in the first weekend.. Is it out on Ireland?
I don't think it is.. But if it is. Im there. I have been looking forward to this since christmas.
And I'm sure it would be great.
Great job! And best of luck

Jake Behan,
Ireland

Jake Behan | 2006-09-14 14:51:16

Hi Zach!!!! WOW can't believe the premiere will be today!!! Good luck and chill! :) i'm sure you've done an excellent work!!!

Sadly i wont be able to see TLK until reaches Panama... i hope these boodly Panamanian bastards play it!!! If not i'll have to wait for the dvd...by the way, when does it come out????

Stinks that many great films never make it to the big screen here... and gosh we have to wait for movie festivals to even see some international films also... i just went yesterday to watch Fate Come Noi, a Italian movie... quite funny and with many twist and turns... my rating for it is: 3 crisp cookies out of 5.

Buena Suerte and keep it real Zach!

~Priscila~ | 2006-09-14 15:01:23

Zach-- Good luck with the premier. I unfortunately have decided long before I heard about The Last Kiss not to watch movies with an "R" rating. Boo. But I am just so thrilled for you. What an opportunity. I hope it goes very well.

I have started rewatching season 5 of Scrubs and man I forgot how funny you all are. So hillarious. I love it. I am so gald we have another season to look forward to.

Congrats again and good luck!! I'll tell all my friends to go. Mindy L

Mindy L | 2006-09-14 15:06:32

I am really excited about this movie coming out, I have been getting the podcasts and am crossing my fingers that I get to see it this weekend. I am going home to visit (away at college right now) and I'm hoping I can get some of my hometown friends to go with me. I'm excited and just want to wish you GOOD LUCK!!!

Shana | 2006-09-14 15:06:51

Woo! I'm excited to see this movie... I just bought tickets for tomorrow night.

Hope it has a great opening weekend :)

Good luck,

Vanessa

Vanessa | 2006-09-14 15:07:15

Sadly will have to wait an extra month for it to come out in England!
But very excited for the American release and to read the reviews good luck x

PS) Scott Matthews- Elusive and City Headache
great songs. First one very Jeff Buckley-like the second sounds like it should be played at a circus (but it's great. very easy to relate to it when you live in a city. i listen to it on the tube!)

Gemma | 2006-09-14 15:08:05

Here in Belgium, we have to wait until November 1st... How unfair !!! :-s Zach, would you offer me the trip to the States so that I can see the movie this week-end ? ;-) Hey if you do, don't tell the other fans, otherwise you'll be poor very soon ! lol
Kidding, I'll wait bravely and patiently [is it a real word ? I'm not sure...] !
I wish you good luck ! I'm sure this will be a great success. :)
Peace and love and belgian waffles for you Zach ^^,
MachiFa

MachiFa | 2006-09-14 15:14:33

Hey Zach,

I saw The Last Kiss at the Toronto film fest last Sunday and I thought it was amazing, definitely the best movie I've seen in ages. The cast was phenomenal and although I wasn't familiar with Jacinda previously, her performance was outstanding! You did an absolutely amazing job with your role as I loved... hated... then loved your character again all within 2 hours! :-) It was great seeing the cast up answering questions and I had a fabulous time.

Thanks for adding to my great day!
Kelly

Kelly | 2006-09-14 15:16:38

so i think when you were doing your last kiss promo stuff you forgot one important place. my house is hosting the last kiss party tomoro night. you are totally invited. it gonna be a pretty awesome bash. we are all so excited to finally see you on the big screen again!
can't wait!

-loyal fans

p.s. scrubs premiers on comedy central on monday 9-18 starting from the beginning! also, some music for ya: Sarah Harmer, Josh Kelley, The Weepies. enjoy!

Mary | 2006-09-14 15:21:18

Hey Zach -

I am a huge fan living in NorthCentral Montana which is usually a great place to live. Unfortunately, even though I call the third largest city in the state home, we are not getting Last Kiss in its opening weekend. I have your back though, I am going to be driving 3 hours tomorrow after work to catch it, I can't miss opening weekend. If it comes out in Great Falls you should try to make it to the opening so they never skip an opening weekend again.

If you are interested in a cool film idea, I am in the process of a pretty cool venture here in Great Falls, MT. I am the general manager of a new minor league (CBA) basketball team that will begin playing in December. It has been an amazing culture study to see how people in a small town take to new ideas and opportunities. I will keep you posted.

Keep up the good work and I can't wait for the show. I will be watching Scrubs in the fall as well.

Good luck
Ryan A.

Ryan Acra | 2006-09-14 15:25:22

I'll go see it this weekend, Zach. I know that first weekend is critical. I'm looking forward to it - good luck!

cw | 2006-09-14 15:25:30

I add a little something to encourage you to listen to Girls in Hawaii, an awesome belgian band that was mentionned by Stef from France [tu as bon goût Stef ^^] before ! It's a really, really good band.
I'm proud to be belgian. :D lol !

MachiFa | 2006-09-14 15:25:34

My birthday is saturday and I am making my friends go with me to see this movie. I am looking forward to finally seeing it!

Mel | 2006-09-14 15:26:30

Iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii will be seeing this as soon as possible, and shall rant about it in a later comment.

-lizzz

Lizzzzooo | 2006-09-14 15:28:51

Please, please, please check out the above link (www.mattpondpa.com). I was introduced to these guys through a friend (same friend who got me hooked on the Garden State sdtk). These guys are totally awesome and I know you'd love them. They have MP3s on their website to listen to. Check out Closer...it's my personal favorite.

Heather | 2006-09-14 15:36:59

i wish i could see it tonight! im in italy now so i dont even know if its coming out here :(, in my italian class we started watching the italian version of the movie which made me want to see it even more! im sure itll be great though and i cant wait to see it when i get back!!

svetlana | 2006-09-14 15:38:54

Will await its opening in New Zealand and definitely go see it.

Congrats on all your success. You remind me of my brother. Damned Funny.

Donna | 2006-09-14 15:39:51

i'm so excited about tomorrow!!!!!!! i'll let you know how great it is!!!!!!

sarah | 2006-09-14 15:41:02

Hi Zach,
Unfortunatly, I won't be able to see the film until the 20th of October as thats when it comes out in the UK. I will be going to see it in the first weekend that its out here. Until then, im just gonna have to avoid reading any posts by people who have seen the film!!!

I hope that you get a chance to relax a bit now that the film is out in America! Hope your back is getting better.

Take care Zach.

Rae x x x

Rae | 2006-09-14 15:51:42

hello,

my name is charod williams, i am the producer for "the jersey guys" radio show on NJ101.5. my hosts (Craig Carton&Ray Rossi) are big fans of yours and your work (scrubs, garden state, and upcoming movie last kiss). we are located in ewing, nj, our radio show is the #1 local radio show in the country, we are also one of the highest rated radio shows in the country for online streaming. i think it would be an awesome idea to get one the hottest rising nj stars on the hottest nj radio show. we broadcast mon-fri 2-7pm so we are airing during prime time as far as listener ship is concerned. my hope is that we are able to get you into our studios for an hour, preferably the 5 or 6 o'clock hour when our listener ship is the highest. we have had a number of different types of guests in studio, ranging from athletes, to actors, to politicians. lets start up something good with a "Jersey Guy" who made it. i will be looking forward to a response. thank you for reading this email.

p.s. if you want to check out our website go to www.nj1015.com

Charod J. Williams
Exec.Producer Millennium Radio Group
NJ 101.5 WKXW/ 97.3 WIXM
609-883-6609
800-678-9599 ext.207

charod williams | 2006-09-14 15:51:47

HEY! wow i absolutely CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THIS MOVIE! When i saw you and Rachel and Jacinda on Much On Demand I was SOOOO excited ahh!!! YAY so soon WELL i wish you the best, byeee! =D

Meghan | 2006-09-14 15:57:32

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IS IT JUST ME OR DO YOU SEEM TO HAVE A CRUSH ON RACHEL BILSON ??????????????????????????????????

Toronto | 2006-09-14 16:06:23

The film moved me, but not as much as the expired box of Goober Peas the CinemaPlex (or should I say EnemaPlex) sold me. I missed 23 minutes while sitting on a very questionable toilet seat that, for some odd reason, had coke and popcorn butter spilled on it - just like the theatre floor. I put toilet paper down on the seat, but the popcorn oil soaked through in the first few minutes. Later that night, my girlfriend asked if I wanted to butter her buns. I told her "no thanks. Mine have already been buttered and that's one too many."

Seriously, I'm driving 50 miles to see the movie tomorrow in Pueblo, Colorado. They don't always show good movies like this, so i'm glad I didn't have to drive 100 to Colorado Springs. I live way out in the country at 7,200 feet with the elk, coyotes bears and bobcats.

By the way, I met two gals from Jersey earlier this month. They were around 35-40 years old. They had never heard of you, the Garden State movie and they hadn't even heard of Kevin Smith and "Clerks." I sent them back to New Jersey with a list of movies to watch.

Peace.

Rich Stromberg | 2006-09-14 16:14:21

Hey Zach! I´m a huge fan! You´re awesome! When the movie starts in europe I´m definitely gonna be watching it!

I´m from austria, 20 years old and i write and direct movies too. I´m now going to try it the last time! I promise! Okay, I just wrote a screenplay with a surprising end! But its not another version of an old idea we've allready seen (i´m talking about the sixth sense, the others, fight club, identity, etc)! NO! IT´S SOMETHING COMPLETLEY NEW! Its a moving drama. The thing is I´m too young and nobody want´s to listen to me here in austria. I know it´s pathetic and you´re probably not even going to read this, but i thought if there would be someone who would listen to me it´d be you. so if you´re interested in some way - let me know! (m.artin@gmx.li) I promise: once you start reading, you can´t stop! I´m not going to talk about the idea on this page. hope you understand. okay it was worth a shot. bye good luck with the last kiss!

Martin | 2006-09-14 16:18:43

Congratulations on the successful juggling act you have been performing! May you get from it, all that you have put into it. Thank you. I'm listenting to the hum of the computer right now. You know the sound you don't realize you are hearing. I'm excited ( and timid) to see the movie tomorrow.

Meghan | 2006-09-14 16:21:02

Ahhhhhhh! I am so pumped to see the movie. You were awesome on Conan too!

Carly | 2006-09-14 16:25:28

Dear Zach,

Unfortunately I will have to wait for months before I can see The Last Kiss. Here in Spain it takes ages before we can see American movies.

I remember when you first mentioned your project and the fact that The Last Kiss was based on an Italian film. I ran to rent the DVD and I loved it. I can only imagine that The Last Kiss will be awesome too. I can't wait to see it and I wish you all the best with it. I'm sure you'll get great reviews.

Thank you so much for sharing so many things with us.

Much love from Spain,

Sila

Sila | 2006-09-14 16:26:04

Can't wait to see the film, looks great!!

Pat | 2006-09-14 16:26:30

Main Entry: alas
Pronunciation: &-'las
Function: interjection
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, from a ah las weary, from Latin lassus -- more at LASSITUDE
-- used to express unhappiness, pity, or concern

Sorry to dictionary you, but I get annoyed at how many poeple misuse that word.

At any rate, I look forward do the film!

Kari | 2006-09-14 16:31:28

been looking forward to seeing the movie for what seems like ages! im definitely going tomorrow.
there's not an inkling of doubt in me that the movie will be anything less than wonderful.
im excited :)

mel | 2006-09-14 16:31:51

So excited. My toes keep curling up.
Sail on silver, um, guy.
bek-ra princess of power

Bek | 2006-09-14 16:31:55

Zach,
Good luck with the movie, I will be anxious to see it. I like movies that make you think. I am sure that it will be a success! Allison Westy

Allison | 2006-09-14 16:39:33

Hi Zach! You were great on Conan, you were very witty. I'm seeing the movie this weekend!

Anna

Anna C. | 2006-09-14 16:43:21

We'll be there Zach. We have been going crazy waiting for this movie to hit the theatres.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!

maybe I will go twice, just to bump up the numbers ;-)

Todd

todd stringer | 2006-09-14 16:47:03

I'm going to go see it, and I suppose since I haven't seen it, I should refrain from commenting. But, I can't help but ask: does this movie glamorize, (and even in a sense excuse), the persistent & often quite detrimental doubt that each one of us experiences in regards to singling out ONE exclusive person for a relationship? Perhaps this is a cynical view, but I've always believed that love requires a certain degree of deception to get by, (you convince yourself you are destined to settle down with one person), and if you are not willing to accept this deception, you elude things like predictability & comfort & security, and well, love. But I am torn as to if this doubt is an incredibly self-centered pull, or if it is working to encourage each of us to explore a life that isn't so claustrophobic in its predictability--and so, a more natural life. But I don't know. If one listens to the 'explore' urge, (and many people do), there are many emotional casualties.
& isn't it funny that this sort of movie is really a product of the age we live in? The desire to 'explore other options' was really only openly acknowledged recently. Right?
(Zach, this whole schpeel was really just to get you to reply personally. I'm totally in love with you. Ha.)

Heather | 2006-09-14 16:53:22

Hi Zach. I'm such a fan that I wrote down your schedule of what times you would be on Regis and Conan this week promoting The Last Kiss. I missed Regis but caught Conan and since I adore him too it was fantastic to watch. Sorry that Artie Lang or (whatever his name is I forget) was such a jerk to you. Hope it was all for kicks. I don't want to know too much about the film before I see it so I try not to read or see too much about it, but I will for sure check out this weekend. Good luck with the premiere, I've been so looking forward to this film.

Jessica | 2006-09-14 16:53:33

I'll go sometime this weekend. I'm going to some Toronto Film Festival movies as well though... I wish I could have seen The Last Kiss when it played here, but it was solidly sold out before regular tickets even went on sale. I went 2 hours early, but the rushes line was already too long, and I didn't want to wait for so long and have the strong possibility of not getting in.

Pwalex | 2006-09-14 16:55:11

hey zach Im really looking foward to this film but i cant see it for another month because im from England and its not realeased here till october :( i Hope it is as good as garden state because i loved that film, btw have you got any plans to write/direct any more films

good luck have a great time hope your hard work promoting the film pays off

Andrew | 2006-09-14 16:57:11

good luck!

emily | 2006-09-14 16:58:58

Hi Zach,
If you can send me some advanced dvd copy, I'd let you know whatever I thought about anything (so not only Last Kiss related..). But seeing as thats not gonna happen, you'll just have to wait untill your fine ass movie hits Dutch cinemas near me.
I'll hit you back if that day comes.
Jordi

Jordi | 2006-09-14 17:02:12

last kiss isn't playing in our town yet. stupid. so we are going to trek out to the big city and see it this weekend. hope it does well!

josh | 2006-09-14 17:14:53

Good Evening!

I just wanted to say best of luck for opening weekend! I for one am seeing the movie on opening night! I've been looking forward to it and can't imagine how nerve 'racking this whole thing must be for you. Your a brilliant actor with great direction. The film looks very promising! Wonderful job with the soundtrack by the way! It's the only thing that gets me through my morning commute! Enjoy your weekend! I will let you know what I think of the film! ;)
With all the best....

Kristi

KristiMaria | 2006-09-14 17:20:44

Hi!
I wont be able to see the movie this weekend but plan to go Monday and take a whole bunch of people with me! So hopefully it'll count for something! I am very excited for this movie and for the next season of scrubs. If it ever starts.
Keep up the brilliant work! (But have time to chill too. and sleep. sleep is good)

Anna | 2006-09-14 17:24:27

Hi Zach, Yes I will try to go see TLK this weekend - if it moved you, I'm sure it will move us (the audience.) I'll bet Fashion Rocks was fun - watched the show and Faith & Tim's duet was hot and Bon Jovi was great too. You should check out the movie "Peaceful Warrior"; I think you would like the part about "There is never 'nothing going on.' " Good luck with the pimping and I'm sure the movie will do great! Take care, Barbara

Barbara | 2006-09-14 17:24:36

I can't wait to see this film!! I'd see it on opening night, but it isn't playing here this weekend. Good luck with all the opening weekend craziness!

Peace, love, and aloha!!

Shelbi | 2006-09-14 17:32:19

I havnt seen the last kiss yet, BUT REST ASSURED ZEBBADY! i will! As soon as it comes out in the UK, i'll head for the nearest cinema

Anyway, later Zachonantor.

Elliott Flynn | 2006-09-14 17:37:02

Mr Braff,
I am obsessed with Garden State.
I absolutely love your work!!

emily | 2006-09-14 17:38:31

i have no idea who heather is in the earlier post, never met her before in my life - but damn I was thinking the same exact thing. You really need to put a discussion board up here, so we can chat with each other. Or maybe I just need a shrink right now because I am screwing up my marriage because of the insane desire to explore - and I have kids. But I shunned earlier relationships because of that intense need to shun predictablity and then got married and had kids super fast because of the said emotional casualties that occur in that lifestyle. And now with two small kids, and a spouse who is way more sure about the rest of life than I am, I am totally freaked out. The D word is mentioned daily, but I don't want to fail at marriage. Ugh, I need a shrink, but the internet is so much cheaper.
Anyway, point of story - very poignant flick right now for me - a must see.

anon | 2006-09-14 17:46:56

Zach,
I can't wait to see the movie. I've already burned out the soundtrack from listening to it for about 3 days straight. It amazes me how you manage to pick the perfect combination of songs. Good Luck with opening weeked!

Kelly | 2006-09-14 17:53:14

Hey Zach....i'll be there. You look sexier than ever!

Lila | 2006-09-14 17:54:45

Hey Zach! Did you hurt yourself on Conan doing those flips? Man that was amazing! I had sooooo much fun at your Last Kiss Premiere in Toronto! You looked very shnazzy and were such a nice guy to attend to your fans. By the by I'm the girl who was in the the black shirt with white collar. I feel like a bit of a tool because my question at the Q&A didn't make much sense. Basically what I meant was did you draw any of your acting emotions from JD on Scrubs or Largeman from Garden State? In Rachel's case I could definatly feel a connection between her character on Last Kiss and Summer Roberts on The OC. Anywho the movie was amazing and I can't stop listening to the soundtrack. I have "Paperweight" on repeat because it's just so lovely.

Peace, love and Pancakes!
~Janessa

PS: Here's the link to the Q&A footage

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZlkcsbuhlo

Janessa Friesen | 2006-09-14 18:00:29

I can't wait seeing it tomorrow night! I just hope it isn't sold out.....its only playing in 2 theatres at least thats the last i read....

tiffany | 2006-09-14 18:03:37

Hey,

You have a LOT going on on this website, and just wanted to you let you know that I like it! Anyway, I just got out of class and wanted to let you know that the soundtrack is like a breath of fresh air (much like another soundtrack release that is currently (as of today, Sept. 14) #3 on itunes) , much like the Garden State soundtrack --- because my professors go on and on and on about basic trivial concepts which I'm not going to even dwelve on. Ok, well, here's to the Last Kiss being the number one movie in the nation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!/world!!!!!!!!!!!!! 24p camera's rule!

///eve | 2006-09-14 18:09:43

I wish this movie was going to come out in India. I doubt it will though, which makes me sad, because I'm sure that it will be better than most of the "blockbuster" imports. I guess I'll have to wait until I move back to the US or until it comes out on DVD. The downside of wanting to live in a foreign country: I don't get to see the movies that I really like.

Good luck this weekend! If I were there, I'd have seen it twice!

E(Liz)a(Beth) | 2006-09-14 18:09:53

Oh, unfortunatly I live in a contry far away from teh USA, exactly in Brazil, and the movie wont come out here soon.

But I'm really looking forawar to watch it!

My best wishes, and I hope teh movie rocks around there!

haha
xx

Camila Carreira | 2006-09-14 18:19:33

I will for shure go see it today if it helps the movie to stay up! It's gonna be awsome! I will be checking back with an review here soon, and maybe on IMDB.com aswell.

Cheers dude!

Adam | 2006-09-14 18:22:51

I will be seeing it Sunday night with my beloved. I can tell from the trailer I'm going to be sobbing by the end. It'll probably be hard to tell you what I think without plot spoilers (I know you tried to encourage not spoiling the plot with GS) but I will try until everybody else in the world sees it.
Muchly anticipately yours,
Bonnie

rainmud | 2006-09-14 18:24:39

Good Luck. I'm sure you'll do well. People have really caught on to your talent....and it's only going to get better for you.

Rick F. | 2006-09-14 18:30:32

Go Zach! :P
hope the movie comes fast to brazil :D

Filipe Lemos | 2006-09-14 18:35:50

Christa J | 2006-09-14 18:50:29

Alright. Despite the fact that I saw the Computer Guy come around to warn that the school's computer lab is about to close, he approached me anyway. That annoys the crap out of me, but I will stand firm and say what it was I came her to tell you. I'm not sure how you do it...but I loved your song picks for "The Last Kiss," Soundtrack. I've been going through a hard part of my relationship so I couldn't help but cry at a couple of songs. In Garden State, it mimiced the first portion of our relationship, and "The Last Kiss" I have a feeling will mimic the current one. I've commanded Kevin that we are going tomorrow. (hopefully he will listen) I'm hoping the movie will bring us closer...just like Garden State did...lol. No pressure, right? Good luck.

Kristina

Kristina | 2006-09-14 18:50:46

Hey Zach,

Just wanted to let you know that this movie is just perfect timing with what's going on with my life. Cant wait to see it tomorrow! Cant wait to be inspired and maybe The Last Kiss will give me some questions to ponder on and some answers to the seemingly rhetorical questions in my mind. I love your work and your musical taste. Good luck and I'm sure the movie will be a hit =D

Mary Jane | 2006-09-14 18:51:39

Seeing it Friday night, CANT WAIT!!!!

Bryan Hoffman | 2006-09-14 18:52:25

Dude, awesome ... i'll be there tomorrow night! I've been waiting all summer for this movie!

Good luck!

Dave Nieves | 2006-09-14 18:54:45

I see your ads EVERYWHERE!!! I am excited. Hope I can sneak out to see the movie

You rock my man :)

Ally Ray | 2006-09-14 18:55:49

i cant even tell you how excited i am that the movie finally opening!! i have been waiting such a long time. i first saw the preview for the movie a while ago bc i love watching movie trailers and when i saw this one i got very excited bc i love your work and i think you are a very talented artist. you work from the heart---in both directing and acting. ill let you know what i think after i see the movie tomorrow! Good Luck!

-Kira

Kira | 2006-09-14 19:04:04

Hi Zach,

I can't wait to see your movie this weekend. It should be good. I think the Soundtrack is wonderful too. I especially like Snow Patrol and Joshua Radlin. Joshua Radlin is quite a talent. You always know how to find new talents out there.

Good luck with your movie this weekend. I will let you know what I think.

Looking forward to Scrubs. Last season was really wonderful.

Take care of yourself.

Patty | 2006-09-14 19:04:40

I promise you that I will see this movie this weekend. I've been looking forward to it all week! Shalom

Lauren | 2006-09-14 19:05:25

Saw you on Ellen. Did you get to meet the echolocation kid? He's so cool. That's really sad that the NBC guard wouldn't let you in, and also sad that there's no picture of the Scrubs cast at NBC. Scrubs is the best show on TV! Oh well, greatness is often unappreciated!

Anna C. | 2006-09-14 19:19:54

I wish I could see it at midnight. Alas, I fear I have school tomorrow. But I'll see it this weekend I hope.

meg | 2006-09-14 19:23:38

my friend who works at the movie theatre offered to get me in for free, and i was like "hell no. i am paying 8 bucks to see last kiss." it'd be more box office shit right? was Conan everything you ever dreamed it would be? JLC = LOVE! thought i'd throw that our there.

kelli | 2006-09-14 19:28:13

congrats on the opening...

i'll have to wait in australia to check it out...should be cool...

good luck with opening weekend and critics reviews...

cheers,
Y

Yuri | 2006-09-14 19:30:02

Zach,
I thought the Garden State soundtrack was the best movie soundtrack ever put together. You should seriously check out William's music for inclusion on the soundtrack to your next film. Check the link. You won't be disappointed.

Josh

Josh | 2006-09-14 19:34:25

Hey Zach,

Just got home from an advanced screening of sorts, it was a 7PM showing. Started browsing my feeds and saw you posted a new blog of the movie I just saw!

Really enjoyed it. I found myself thankful for the R rating as this allowed the film to be adult oriented and not PG-13 to appease the teenagers in order to rank in more money like many recent 'relationship' films. The characters were all great, 'twas fabulously cast and acted. You and the the more talented 'fleck were great(Casey is severely underrated). And holy shit Jacinda Barrett and Blythe Danner are amazing actresses. Jacinda was mesmerizing. The 'breakdown' scenes of her were heart wrenching.

Story was well paced, and the humor was just good enough to make you laugh, but not over the top in anyway to detract from the film. Although I am just 20, I still was able to relate to many of the characters and their experiences and the realism in which they were depicted . I do wish that your characters background was a little more fleshed out though, like why your parents were not in the story at all. But that's a minor gripe.

And of course the music, christ, the music. Wonderful. You changed my life with the Garden State soundtrack, and so it's no wonder I enjoyed Part II as well. I thought I heard Elliot Smith at the end credits but must have been mistaken, as I did not see him on the soundtrack list. Would have been incredibly if it was, though.

All in all a solid 4/5. I even had some man-tears. Can't wait for your next venture on the big screen.

-Jonis-

Jonis | 2006-09-14 19:42:46

I was pretty sad yesterday because I was too busy to go to the movie premeire in LA with my friend (we were planning to just watch the arrivals). But we're going to watch the movie tomorrow! and I'm really looking forward to it (:

alison | 2006-09-14 19:46:08

ya im gonna be there and im glad your listenin to keane

Nick | 2006-09-14 19:47:23

Hey Zach,
I saw the movie at the Toronto International Film Festival and it was great.
I was happy to see such realism in the characters and their actions and also the absense of fluff and Hollywood cliches. Kudos.
It was really cool for all of you to show up for the screening even though it meant answering some silly questions during the Q&A.
Anyway, thanks for bringing the movie to Toronto and thanks for signing my DVD.

Stella | 2006-09-14 19:53:32

Ah!!! it comes out in less than an hour yay! Im trying my hardest to make my way to the theater tommorow I have been dying to see The Last Kiss and cant wait to see if anything happens when the countdown banner stops lol :) well anyway gl on the opening weekend cant wait :) by the way I love Ride its such a great song and the soundtrack seems great to.

Kyle

Kyle | 2006-09-14 20:04:12

ARE YOU PSYCHED? IM PSYCHED! I've been asking friends to come, bragging about the movie, they think I'm crazy but you know they want somma that ZBraff lovin'

MJ | 2006-09-14 20:17:36

gah!

If only it was even scheduled at all in Norway.....

I'm a huge fan of yours Zach, and I've *cough* convinced so many friends of mine to check you out in different performances aswell, and now they're all fans aswell..

if only we could get to see The Last Kiss on cinemas here in norway...

guess I SADLY will have to get a evil-copy.. and buy it from play.com or something when it's released on dvd. *sighs*

Anyways... keep it up Zach, you're great - and I seriously look up to you!

- Norwegian-

René Råen | 2006-09-14 20:22:46

Hi Zach!

I was fortunate enough to see the premiere in Toronto on Sunday and have been thinking about the film a lot since, rarely do I go to films when I exit "in a daze" and then think/read everything I can about it for days on end. I loved the soundtrack and thought that the cast was fabulous - and while I didn't quite see Meryl Streep in Sophie's Choice in your character (if you do remember the blur that was the Q&A afterwards) - you were fantastic.

What I feel... what I feel... after Garden State I was also thinking about that film a lot. While I have to say that that is one of my favourite films, it's tough for me to watch again because of the emotional wreck it made me the first time around. I found The Last Kiss to also make me laugh, cry, empathize and so I must say that it too was a really great film. However, there was a little more comedy & lightness in this film than in GS so I found it easier to take in. Not that it makes the film better or worse just how it affected me personally.

My only suggestion was that I wished that it was longer. I just didn't want it to end! I thought that it could have been 3 hours and still not feel long as all of the characters had such enormous personalities and so much going on. While I didn't feel shortchanged, I did think that the supporting cast's roles could have been flushed out just a tad more.

At the Q&A I was the one who asked the question regarding Garden State & The Last Kiss... while the question became rather convoluted once the TIFF organizer repeated it as I was shouting from the back of the theatre, I wanted to know how you felt about the media reportage (especially before the movie critiques came out) linking Garden State to The Last Kiss. I didn't see it as Garden State 2, but rather I came in with the assumption from articles about the movie that it would be a "natural continuum." If you would ever be able to address that in your blog or whatever that would be amazing.

Lastly, I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting your Aunt from PA and her "posse" prior to the screening. She was so proud of you as were all of her friends. I didn't get to say hi to her afterwards as luckily she was able to make contact with you, despite the tight security, :) but if you happen to speak to her please tell her that I send my regards. They were some of the nicest people I met this past week and were really impressed by your work. Be happy that you have such an awesome & supportive family!

Anyways, that's enough from me - CONGRATS ON THE FILM AND BRAVO! I can't wait to watch the Scrubs premiere and get the soundtrack (although Missy Eliot's 1-2 step has been stuck in my head, of all of the tracks).

Take care and good luck this weekend! I hope everyone seeing it enjoys it as much as I did.

Tamar | 2006-09-14 20:25:35

im writing a book where the character is a 29 year old Jewish woman who is giving Jewish guys until Rosh Hashanah before she opens up the pool to the entire population.

what does this have to do with your movie? you'll have to click on the link to find out.

:)

i promise you will like it...but warning the pieces, no matter how raw they are, can be addicting.

ranee stevens | 2006-09-14 20:25:59

Thanks for all you do, Zach. You make me smile everytime I see you. I mean, I'm a very happy person in general, but ya know, I could always use another reason to smile. I'm a HUGE Garden State fan, and have recently become a seriously devoted Joshua Radin fan, too. Thanks for introducing him to me. I'm very excited about your new movie, and will be among the first in line.

Keep doing what you do best!

Oh, and by the way, that bit you did with the Babysitters Club? Oh that had me laughing pretty hard for a pretty long while. Poor Dawn -- the chick can't act.

SAVE THE PARK!
Jena

Jena | 2006-09-14 20:31:55

Seeing it tomorrow with my friend! Super excited to see it and I'll tell you what we thought!

Charissa | 2006-09-14 20:55:52

ONE MORE MINUTE

Meghan | 2006-09-14 20:58:44

hey, i just wanted to congratulate you on the movie! i saw a special viewing of it tonight, and i enjoyed it very much! i had been waiting forever for this film, for i am a huge fan of yours and rachel bilson's. great job :]

joanna | 2006-09-14 21:03:21

Zach. Simply put, you're understatedly adorable. I wish you the most success in this new film and I will attend opening weekend!

Kelly | 2006-09-14 21:17:10

Yeah! i am seeing it tommorow..or today..depending on what you call it. quite frankly i want it to come on dvd quicker..so i can watch it 10000000 times =)

~rebecca

Rebecca | 2006-09-14 21:19:11

Wow... the movie's going to be opening AGAIN in 64 days!?!?!?
lol

Tracey from Toronto | 2006-09-14 21:28:45

Awww Babe!!! Congrats on your new film.

Unfortunately it's not released this week in Australia (where I am) - so I guess I will have to wait!!! **pout**

Hope everyone enjoys!!!

Lisa xoxox

Lisa | 2006-09-14 21:29:57

Congratulations on the opening of The Last Kiss.
I don't know if it's my genre of movie but I will check it out.
I am a first year medical student from Canada and I had a first today as well - not quite as momentous as yours. I did however interview my first real patient today. I was terribly nervous but all went well. I wish you the same success.

Ry

Ryan | 2006-09-14 21:52:50

Do u know what sucks? I live in Sydney and we don't get TLK until February 2007... sob sob!

Amy | 2006-09-14 22:08:59

I am literally counting down the hours until I step into the theater and see "The Last Kiss." You didnt let me down with "Garden State"...in fact, it is still my favorite movie of all time. I hope...no, I KNOW, that you will not let me down with this one! I'm uber excited, you don't even know. I will get back to you when I have finished viewing your flick and let you know what I thought of it. I pretty sure that I will be beaming with praise for it, not that you will even see my comment...but just know that it will be posted.

Much love,
ELLEN

Ellen Stedman | 2006-09-14 22:12:28

I've been saying it for months: I can't wait to see this movie. Hope it does as well as it should and I'll be out there supporting it tomorrow!

In addition, I would like to acknowledge the wonderful fantastic-ness that is your "what I'm listening to" section because as a purveyor of most of those bands, seeing them together on that list really brings joy to my heart.

And with that, might I add in thoroughly-embarrassing-teeny-bopper-made-even-more-embarrassing-by-my-status-as-a-20-something-style (whew, that was quite an adjective) that I'm pretty sure you and I are meant to be together. Just a little FYI there. Hope opening day goes well!

Kristine | 2006-09-14 22:15:52

I know that this is basically a photocopy of all that other gagillions of comments that you have between here and your myspace...but I just wanted to inflate your ego yet again and tell you that you absolutely rock. "Garden State" is my favorite movie of all time by far. And I know that when I see "The Last Kiss" it will be added to the list. I am uber excited to see it, counting down the hours until tomorrow night.

Much love,
Ellen

Ellen | 2006-09-14 22:18:25

Good luck with the movie release,
meanwhile everyone check out great video
"attack of the steves"
on youtube

www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7cdQkQlunc

josh | 2006-09-14 22:39:33

I can't wait!

this is going to be fantastic! you're so honest about your work zach and I cannot wait to see the results.

Tim | 2006-09-14 22:42:49

You read the script before seeing the Italian version? Why do I feel like no one mentions that there is an Italian version?

Jessica | 2006-09-14 22:52:53

Happy New year!

Galen Winter | 2006-09-14 23:00:34

hey zach,

is it weird seeing your face everywhere?

allie

Allie | 2006-09-14 23:09:34

Dude, Im sure its great. But I can't see it yett..............(Alex) of Australia

(Alex) | 2006-09-14 23:12:06

I think the movie will be great, I just hope it comes here to sweden. If not I'll see it some other way. Godd luck with the movie, looking forward to the next season of scrubs to

simon | 2006-09-14 23:29:01

OK, Zach. I've been excited to see this, and I WILL go see it this weekend, but I'm a little worried. I have a feeling your character's going to make peace with the whole pregnant girlfriend/settling down thing, and I don't know if I like that, because maybe the pregnant girlfriend really isn't right for him! Just because she's pretty and smart and great and they've been together for three years doesn't mean she's great for HIM. I firmly believe that most people--normal, otherwise good people--don't cheat if they're in good relationships. Even if they do freak out about commitment. It's a symptom of something bigger. So I hope he doesn't stay with her just because she's pregnant and it's the right thing to do. Because in the long run, that's not the right thing for anyone. And I think the natural reaction is to say, stay with the girl you have a history with, you owe it to each other, blah blah blah, and guess what? People make themselves miserable trying to make something work just because on paper it looks like it SHOULD work. Plus, I like when the evil mistress really is the right person, because it flips convention. Like on that other show about doctors, Grey's Anatomy!

OK, but still, obviously I haven't seen it yet, and I might totally be wrong. I probably am. Like you can tell that much from some clips. But I'm just sayin!

I AM excited to see it. I've had "Chocolate" in my head for months. I even blogged about it!

Swishy | 2006-09-14 23:36:26

I'm looking forward to being the 25th October.
This is the date when we'll be able to see the movie in France.

Romain | 2006-09-14 23:45:13

*waits for it to be released in Australia*

Can't. Wait!

Congratulations on making such a beautiful movie - I'll see it first chance I get!

xxx

P.S. You should definitely go on Rove Live again to promote the Last Kiss. I missed watching you last time you were on. =(

VerityFred | 2006-09-14 23:46:19

I'm counting down like an apple is going to drop.

10- 9- 8-7-6-5-4-3-2- Cool!!!!!

A Fan | 2006-09-15 00:00:15

i hope you and those involved in the film rake in the success that all of you so deserve. i can't wait for it to be shown here in the Philippines!

aperire | 2006-09-15 00:06:14

Hey Zach, I'm so disappointed dude, I just found out that The Last Kiss doesn't open in Australia until February next year!!! What's the go with that? that sucks man, I was really looking forward to it now I have to wait forever to see it...I thought it would open around the same time if not just a month or two later!

sezice | 2006-09-15 00:38:12

weird, the day your film opened i had a dream and you were in it! me and my friends were all in new york and you were with us and we were trying to find a good club but then you fell asllep in a room upstairs, i guess you are tired from all the build up to the film, by the way thats the first time ive dremt about you its not a common thing, well i hope the last kiss opens in most places in the uk we're a waiting, sure it will be great, well done ,

Miriam uk

Miriam | 2006-09-15 00:39:48

hey there,
saw the last kiss trailer on youtube today and i gotta admit :

until then i didnt thought it was going to be as good as garden state, but now....hell, i think im going to love this movie :)

greets from good ol germany, keep up the great work !

jamie | 2006-09-15 00:40:38

@ranee stevens
Cute idea (I know a lot of girls who can relate to that) but your link is broken. You need to remove the 'j' in front of http.

@Zach
Good luck, I hope the movie gets to number 1 this weekend! I have a good feeling about it ;). Unfortunately I can't go and see it until November (live in Germany) but I am totally looking forward to it!

Sabrina

PS
If you get bored sitting around waiting for people to post comments and want to go awandering on the web, stop by my blog!
http://budding-artist.blogspot.com/

Sabrina | 2006-09-15 00:57:06

TEAM BRODY!

U suck

Petty | 2006-09-15 01:03:54

I know the movie is gonna be great, but i have to wait until october 25th to discover it, since i live in France. I wish you good luck for this week-end (but i'm pretty sure you don't need to worry : great movie great sets of fans dying to see it = HIT)
Well, my personnal count down is now 40 days
(ouch, looks like a long time to me ! )
Keep up the good work.

Bisous from France

Tamara | 2006-09-15 01:08:17

just saw the movie--AMAZING!

Incredible job, really. i couldn't have loved it anymore and it totally lived up to my expectations..even went beyond. you played an awesome role and rachel and blythe were SO good it in as was the whole cast.

you really are an incredible actor and filmmaker and I so enjoy all of your work. Hope the movie does real well for you guys this weekend and however long it stays in theatres. Congratulations!
xo Carla

ps-just saw you on Punk'd! hilarious!

Carla | 2006-09-15 01:42:50

WOW! INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE AND MOVIE!

truly moving and touching. keep up the amazing work.

pls pass on a congratulations to the rest of the cast.
hope you can look forward to a well deserved break...althought i cant wait to see you on scrubs! ;)

congrats again.

sarah | 2006-09-15 01:46:29

I've been listening to, and loving the soundtrack from "The Last Kiss". A friend who went through my CD collection was amazed that I bought a soundtrack to a film that hadn't come out. My sassy response was that I KNEW the songs would be amazing. Yup, once and awhile taking a risk is worthwhile.
What a great partner to the "Garden State" soundtrack. Do I hear "Grammy"?
Sooo, I'm looking forward to seeing and hearing how the songs tie in with the movie. Edwards 26, I am SO there.
By the by, call me a nut, but I really love that sound J.D. (my "Dr. McDreamy")makes whenever he's in the process of falling. It's the little things that make your performances truly a wonderment. You are just so good at your craft.
Oh yes, hope your back is better.
Peace and love right back at ya.

Keiko | 2006-09-15 01:47:57

Hey dude!

Just wanted to give you a shout from NZ. Love your work, bloody brilliant. I'd have to be New Zealands biggest scrubs fan, but I've managed to get pretty much everyone I know hooked on it too. I can't wait for last kiss to make it to NZ trailer looks great and I plan on being one of the first in the door.

Peace

Shane The Kiwi | 2006-09-15 01:54:38

Congratulations to whom can see the movie today, i have no idea when it will be rolling in Sweden though, if anyone knows, well don't hesitate to send an email.. What am i thinking, theres like no chance in hell that anyone would know, or even email me :)

Take care Zach / Fans

Mattias A | 2006-09-15 02:02:38

it was frustrating when everyone was going all ga-ga over gardenstate and i had no means whatsoever to see it--it wasn't shown here. (I live in the Philippines). i only got the DVD and the soundtrack copy (from my aunt who went on vacation here) when everyone else in the world has seen it..*sniff*. your gardenstate rocked!! you're equally talented and funny. i truly hope that your Last Kiss would be shown here... a lot of people here would love to see it.. will it be shown here?? if not.. well hear us and do something!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Zaaaaaaaacccchaarinne?? haha :D

luv ya! ;D
later..

skippingmints | 2006-09-15 02:24:00

Hey Zach,

season 4 scrubs is out to buy on dvd next week which is awesome. That show is the best and I gotta tell you i'm a massive fan of your work. Keep us up to date with whats new with you and look forward to hearing your adventures

Peace out

andrew | 2006-09-15 02:27:41

IT IS YOUR DAY, SIR!!! I shall see you at the movies.

Peace,
Rager

Andrew Rager | 2006-09-15 02:37:56

Oh, and you should change the clock at the top of the site to say "Now in Theaters"

Andrew Rager | 2006-09-15 02:39:07

Hey Zach! Just dropping by to say I love you and i want to marry you.
So when does this flim come out in Australia? I'm dying to see it!

Josie | 2006-09-15 02:47:43

Here in Italy the last kiss will take a couple of months more to get out, but I've seen the original movie, and I've seen the trailer of the last kiss: It's gonna be great!

Second thing:

Rumors say that you're going to work with bill Lawrence in Fletch Won...Congrats to you and to Bill and...

I WANT TO BE IN FLETCH WON, TOO!!!

Enjoy the Last kiss moments..

All for now, great zACh

Andrew, ITALY

Andrew | 2006-09-15 02:50:49

Oh man cant wait to see the movie, her in Germany it starts in november. I trie to see it in englisch, hope i can make it.

m-f

marc-flo | 2006-09-15 03:08:32

Hi Zach,

I just checked the cinema schedules for Austria, altho no "Last Kiss" found yet.

Hope there's already a publisher for Europe working on the distribution. Strangly they often wait with the o.w.s version (original with subtitles) to be put public until the dubbed version is ready.

Since I can't yet really write anything regarding your latest acting (and I feel like posting offtopic :) here's two other things to read for your 'comments digesting weekend':

The Last Kiss video podcast was really funny, especially with Michael Weston or the ones featuring your haircut. :D The episodes with the Jacin Barret and Tony Goldwyn I didn't like tho.

Regarding your telephone interview at the T-Shirt compo: I fully agree with your statement on Before Sunrise and Before Sunset.

If you want to explore further into 'realistic romance' movies I can recommend you a few French and especially German literature / movies (if you lookup Romanticism at wikipedia or where-ever you can see the roots and hence the influence in the culture pretty well).

Many people tend to mixup Romanticism with Titanic.. if you know what I mean :)

Anyways, keep up your web self, it's really interesting to watch and participate.

best,
Marc

Marc Troy | 2006-09-15 03:17:32

CTRL-Z, CTRL-Z!!

> Many people tend to mixup Romanticism with Meg Ryan.. if you know what I mean :)

Ah.. .much better

best,
Marc

Marc Troy | 2006-09-15 03:20:38

I hope to see the movie in Italy soon. For now I send u some 'good luck' waves :D

p.s. Zach, I think Garden State is a wonderful movie and I'm happy u've chosen an italian movie to inspire your next work.

starpier | 2006-09-15 03:29:21

Hi,
still no date for this movie in slovenia. too bad, i can't wait

Uros | 2006-09-15 03:33:16

Zach!! i am so so excited bout The Last Kiss being released..!! but sadly i won't be able to watch it in cinemas!!....*sob sob* yeap, living in Asia is a sad thing.....(have some form of pity..will u?) wellz, i will still get the dvd!!! and watch it over and over again......:)

Adeline Tan | 2006-09-15 04:00:05

HI,
i whish i could see it too here in Germany, but i will wait patiently.

hope it is a big hit in the USA. Why 64 days again?^^
okay, best wishes and good luck.

Roderich

Roderich | 2006-09-15 04:25:28

Just saw the movie. Loved it. What incredible emotion and depth you and the amazing cast gave to the stories. It moved me very much, Barrett and you, and everyone were great. I was not let down by my anticipation about the movie. Happy it is finally released, to bad other countries like Australia have to wait until Feb., but it is well worth the wait.

Will definitely recommend it to anyone that comes into the theatre this weekend.

Cheers best of luck,
BC, Canada

PS.Loved the neighbours in the movie.

Sarah | 2006-09-15 04:47:28

Hey Zach
Good luck with your opening weekend!! Obviously here in the uk i'm going to have to wait a while before I get to see 'Last Kiss' but really looking forward to it! If talent alone were enough to gaurentee success in Hollywood you'd be sorted....but sadly we all know things don't work that way (if they did i'd be a world famous rockstar after all! ;o)) Anyway all the best and lots of luck
Keep Smilin'
Chris

Chris K | 2006-09-15 04:52:41

HEYYYYYYA! What's up with the counter on the top of your page...it says 64 days. Now that's either because it got to ZERO and then reset itself....or I have gone back in time!!

Anthony Josephson | 2006-09-15 04:54:17

Braff,
I can't wait to see the Last Kiss. The soundtrack is great and I've seen a lot of clips of it at comingsoon.net; but unfortunatley it doesn't make it to Australia to 2007! All the best with your important opening weekend, I have no doubt it'll do well.
Cheers,
Soph

Supa Soph | 2006-09-15 05:05:48

Hey Zach,

Big fan here in merry old England, loved ya mick taking of hugh at the Emmy's. Looking forward to Last Kiss, good luck with that, myself and my better hald will be watching that upon release here. Also can't wait for season 6 of Scrubs as its simply priceless.

Will keep and eye on the site for anything new as its good to find a place to follow your work.

See ya later mate.

Gavin

Gavin Weeks | 2006-09-15 05:10:32

I´m not very happy right now because the movie does´nt come to Iceland until I don´t know when,
It´s not fair at all, especially since it opened on my birthday and all ;)
I´m sure it´s amazing and can´t wait to see it !
Until then I´m going to see The Proposition that is showing on IFF (Iceland Film Festival) and go and see Nick Cave in concert in Reykjavik. Hell yeah !
I see you´ve been busy so "frankie say relax"

greetings henny

henny from iceland | 2006-09-15 05:13:46

Hey! Saw "The Last Kiss" at the Toronto Film Festival last Sunday and I LOVED it. Specially loved the soundtrack. Good work! It's nice to see actors make movies that actually mean something to "real" people. Keep it up Zack!

Natasha | 2006-09-15 05:15:53

Hey man, I will see this movie when it comes out over here in the UK, it looks pretty damn awesome. Any idea when it's coming out?

Also, your counter is still running, 64days till? :P

Carlosx

Carlos | 2006-09-15 05:16:57

Hey, just wanted to say good luck with the movie!!! From the trailers and clips that you've posted it looks really good - just have to wait til it comes out in the UK!!!
All the best to you all for opening weekend!
Much love, Gemma xox

Gemma | 2006-09-15 05:17:21

Good Luck Zach!
i only regret i'll have to wait the movie will arrive across Europe to see it, can you tell me when it will arrive in Italy? please, tell me you'll come here in Italy to promote the movie...!
bye

Dania | 2006-09-15 05:27:04

What's up ZB!! I will be seeing last kiss this weekend without a doubt. I have been looking forward to this since I heard about it. Whatever you touch turns to gold man - can't wait to see it.
Never have I felt more gay than leaving a comment for another man, not that there's anything wrong with that!! Good luck this weekend - I hope it opens big!!

Mike | 2006-09-15 05:27:50

Can't wait til 'Last Kiss' comes out in the UK- feeling very left out hearing everyone talking about going to see it in the U.S! I have a confession- the new series of Extras was on at the same time as Scrubs last night (over here in the UK). I'm afraid to say I chose Extras....it felt like I was cheating on you! I'm sorry!!!

Sarah | 2006-09-15 05:31:55

can't wait to see it man

nick | 2006-09-15 05:39:35

Hey there!

Man, I gotta tell you, I'm so fuckin' jealous of you North-Americans because you can already see this movie in theaters, it's not even funny...

I'm from Germany and I'm a huge ZB Fan. I'm checking this site and all related ones on a daily period and I can't wait to see this movie!. Unfortunately it doesn't start in Europe before November 16th (At least that's what I heard...) and then it will only possible to see it in German, what kinda sucks, because most of the time the synchronization ruins parts the movie. (I felt this way with Garden State, too - it's a totally different movie if you hear it in another language like German or French.)

Of course this won't stop me to rush into the cinema as soon as "The last kiss" will be announced!
But it looks like I gotta wait for the original version until the DVD is available... :-(

Anywho I will continue to spread the word about ZB and his work over here. So far all the people went crazy about your stuff after I showed them Garden State or Scrubs, or even only the little things like your Soundtrack compilations!
Man, you kick some serious ass over here! Looks like we're starting a little ZB Fan community of our own now...
;)

Take care and keep up this webiste and your blog Entries! I love it!

Sebastian | 2006-09-15 05:48:29

Wow, the Last Kiss banner is going crazy, 64 days ? For what ? The dvd ? ;-)
Kisses,
MachiFa

MachiFa | 2006-09-15 05:56:23

saw the movie on a sneak at the boston film festival. the movie was really good but i didn't really like it. that probably doesn't really make sense.

the acting was really good and it was really well written and really really well put together. and it definitely made me feel, so that's really what a good movie is all about.

unfortunately it just made me feel really sad and angry and it made me hate hate hate men.

for real, what is it with guys. why do they equate marriage with death or finality. you think that there are no more suprises after you get married? i'm not married yet, but i don't think that life is that static. every day is a suprise and life does not go according to plans so men can just get over themselves. and that's all i have to say about that.

so the film was good. and you were awesome in it. but i definitely did not like your character. but that's really the thing isn't it with acting? you must have done a great job for me to really not like you that much. so...awesome.

take care!

erin | 2006-09-15 05:57:07

No doubt as other people have mentioned, The Last Kiss doesn't get to Aus until February next year...

totally sucks the wang.

Till then I will supplement my viewing with watching Scrubs over and over.

- Angie

Angie | 2006-09-15 05:57:34

Seeing it tomorrow! This looks like it could be one of the best of the fall.

nick | 2006-09-15 06:04:16

it´s a shame that the Last kiss aint comming to sweden untill december 14th! thats 3 months late...

I´m actually thinking about visiting my sister in London just to watch it. I loved garden state and I´m sure I´ll love this one to.

btw, does anyone know if the movie is showing in London now? or if the opening was only restricted to the US?

Rikard Holmstrom | 2006-09-15 06:09:02

Well I would go see it, only it doesn't come out for over a month in the UK! And I'm not gonna spend over a thousand pounds and miss school just to fly over to the USA just to see a movie, even if it does have **you** in it! I mean I would, really, if I wasn't a student and if I was ultra rich but even then it wouldn't be worth braving the US passport control and customs guys... Anyway I cant wait for when it comes out in the UK next month! I wish you all my luck (no seriously now I have no more luck and I'm gonna smash into a mirror!) xxx

Jodie | 2006-09-15 06:18:19

I absolutely love Zach Braff's acting in Scrubs. I have downloaded all episodes of 5 seasons and watched them many times, when's season 6 starting ?

A fan from Tehran - Iran
no we're not all terrorists :D

Amir Banuazizi | 2006-09-15 06:23:21

great review in the Washington Post!
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/09/14/AR2006091401661.html

Kate | 2006-09-15 06:41:03

Hey Zach,
I'm definitely going to check the film out the first day it will be shown in German Theaters. I can't wait!!! Until then, I am just going to watch the trailer over and over agai :)

Lissy | 2006-09-15 06:45:12

I can't wait to go see The Last Kiss this Saturday night! My friends and I have been anticipating the opening for some time now! I would go tonight, but unfortunately am obligated to attend an Oktoberfest party instead (sorry. . .but, drunk men in lederhosen singing German songs is just too good to pass up).

Lea | 2006-09-15 07:02:42

Hello,

I'm going to see the movie today, I'll comment later! Someone mentioned that American Dad gave you a shout-out, what it actually said was "Zach Braff mania spreads through Zach Braff's apartment." Do you know anyone who works on that show?

The new Keane and Snow Patrol CDs are great, you probably know that by now. And I think someon mentioned this but on the Snow Patrol one they mention Sufian Stevens.

Looking forward to the movie although not looking forward to seeing "you" be a jerk...

Anna C. | 2006-09-15 07:08:38

Zach

Can't wait to check out the movie this weekend! Oh, and by the way...get someone to change that countdown thing on the page!

Jessica | 2006-09-15 07:12:12

Hey Zach,

I'm going tonight and I can't wait. our work always seems to speak to me at the very time I need to hear the message. From the looks of this movie, I think it is the same situation.

I can't wait.

Good luck!

Mike

Mike | 2006-09-15 07:12:26

why does the clock say 64 days till opening day??

aims | 2006-09-15 07:21:14

The husband and I will certainly see it this weekend! Bonus: I write reviews for my sweet-ass company newsletter, so I will spread the word to all 80 of my co-workers. Every little bit helps, right? Good luck! Success couldn't happer to a lovlier guy!

Beth | 2006-09-15 07:23:11

They aren't showing it in theatres where I live :( :(

It makes me really, really sad..

Ida | 2006-09-15 07:26:28

Hey, I am going to see Last Kiss tonight. I said to my husband there is a new movie out tonight called Last Kiss that I want to see, he said me to, rare we want to see the same movie, I think that says alot already,,,,, I know I will love it.

Nicki | 2006-09-15 07:37:12

Hey Man
Cant wait for it to come out in the UK.
Im going to try and not hear much about the film from friends, so it doesnt spoil it for when i finally get to see it.Im sure it will be good.
Peace

Callum Macinnes | 2006-09-15 07:43:12

hey zach
first time posting a comment o/
so, when is The Last Kiss coming out in Brazil??
I really wanted to watch it, but probably I'll have to wait until it's out in dvd...
kisses,
gabi =*

gabriela | 2006-09-15 08:26:58

It's not coming to my town : (
What is your studio thinking by putting it in so few theaters? At least we got Gridiron Gang. (heavy sarcasm).

Jordan Gray | 2006-09-15 08:30:55

I'm as excited as the rest about this movie but I have to point something out - the banner at the top of your webpage says there's 64 days until opening day! i guess it cycled around when it hit midnight.

Liz | 2006-09-15 08:44:55

zach, i am so pumped to see your movie.
you're my favorite actor & an awesome director!!
please keep up the good work.

scrubs:(

lacee | 2006-09-15 08:49:18

Hey Zach, & everyone. It seems that everyone is getting all excited about Last Kiss, and it sucks cause I'm all the way in Malaysia and the probability of the movie getting into the cinemas here would be never (so I'm gonna have to wait for the Dvd or pirated ones - which is unlikely to be considered at all). Anyway, the only thing I'm hanging on right now are on Zach's words and reviews all around. I'll settle for that, ... for now. Zach, here's one from pixelsurgeon, check it out if you just want to know more on the first review I read. Cheers! http://pixelsurgeon.com/

iwaz | 2006-09-15 08:56:15

I loved the trailers and I already have my tickets for the movie! I also caught Conan and it was hysterical! Good luck!

Kiki | 2006-09-15 09:05:51

Zach!

I am yet another that will be going to see the movie this evening, and I can't wait. I wish you the best of luck with its opening weekend :D
And I know I speak for all the fans when I say that we will continue to support you in anything that you do - thank you for keeping us updated and in your thoughts, always!
Good luck with everything.

Melanie | 2006-09-15 09:12:16

FOR ALL

http://www.myspace.com/braffstaff

this site has a screen shot of the zach braff headline from american dad. i just can't help but laugh everytime i think about it.
*km

kerri | 2006-09-15 09:29:50

So, I've already commented previously that I enjoyed seeing the film at the BFF, but I have a comment regarding how you have been "pimping" the film. I've noticed that like Garden State, Last Kiss is very good at portraying the lives and relationships of Gen Xers, and you have been really good at getting that across during interviews. Only someone who has a deep understanding of and empathy for the challenges of growing up in the family and social environments we have would find a way to use that in his art, and help explain that to anyone who'll listen. So thanks for being the kind of person who actually thinks and analyzes these issues, and communicates that through your art and during interviews.

-JADS

Jennifer | 2006-09-15 09:34:06

Hi Zach, I live in Spain, I don't jnow when he movie is coming out here but i'm dying to watch it. My girlfriend its in NY right now and I will die to be there and see th movie ths weekend, but its imposible.. As soon as its out I will see it. Me and my bandates love the music you listen btw...Thankyou for being so freaking cool men.

Pablo

Pablo | 2006-09-15 09:41:03

Hi Zach and hi to all of you!

Maybe you´ll think I´m crazy, but I´m seriously thinking about flying to New York just to watch Last Kiss. A friend of mine lives in Queens and I´m sure, I can stay at her place for one night..
I checked out on the Internet: It´s 350 Euro from Germany to JFK.
Is it crazy to fly 8 hours and spend so much time only for a movie?
Well, maybe it is. But I don´t want to wait another few months!
If I´ll do it I´ll tell you!

Love Moni from Germany

Moni | 2006-09-15 09:46:16

I saw the movie last night and loved it. Keep up the good work Zack.

Corey | 2006-09-15 09:51:47

HOLY CRAP!!! i didn't realize it was out this weekend!!
i absolutely cant wait to see it!!!!
i hope it makes tons of cash!! i might see it a couple times this weekend just to rake in another 13 bucks. every dollar counts, ya?

Lee Howard | 2006-09-15 09:54:05

My best friend and I are off to see it this evening. We've had it planned since the release date was announced. We're both looking forward to it, being in our early 30s, I'm sure there will be A LOT to relate to. I hope the movie does amazingly well for you and all involved. I'll post some comments after the viewing, but I'm already anticipating that it will be excellent.

Aleks | 2006-09-15 10:11:00

Going to see Last Kiss on Saturday! can't wait! I have been listening to the soundtrack all week.

Sooo, i am sort of flipping out that you listen to Jump! Little Children. I live in charleston and they have pretty much dominated the local music scene since before I went to college. Glad to see them not only get national recognition, but also from someone in the public eye. You should def check out some of their older stuff like Rains in Asia and Mexico.

Jacqueline | 2006-09-15 10:14:23

I apologize, Zach. We won't be able to go see "The Last Kiss" until next weekend due to lack of babysitter for our 8 week old son. Next Saturday is my 6 year wedding anniversary. So, my husband and I have it planned to go see it then while my mom watched the kids! I think it will be nice to see something that is honest about the whole marriage thing.

By the way, I have some really awesome ideas for the t-shirt contest (in my head dying to get out) but I don't know how to do the whole photoshop thing. Plus, I have a G4 and nobody around here knows how to use it. Is there someone out there who can help me?!

Rochelle | 2006-09-15 10:42:06

GOOD LUCK !!! with opening weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i live in england so we don't get it till october 20th which is crap but am deffinatly going to see it!!!!!! i'm sssssssoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo excited
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! aaaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrggggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

holly | 2006-09-15 10:55:50

i saw project runway wednesday night, and saw you introducing a last kiss trailor. loved the tim gunn impression. carry on!

Robin | 2006-09-15 11:00:53

Hey Zach......I am so bummed!! My girlfriends and I were all planning on going for a chick flick movie night to see the Last Kiss...unfortunately our small town of Ada, OK did not get this movie!! So we are all going to drive 2 hours to go see it in Dallas!! Woo Hoo...can't wait. Thanks for all the great music suggestions you give and thanks for making quality films that depict people in their 20s and 30s aren't all about beer drinking and sleeping around!!

Dawn Gurley | 2006-09-15 11:06:35

well, i am really excited for its release on november 16th, so ... i think i will post again a comment again... then... :)

henrik | 2006-09-15 11:21:02

THE NEW -CORRECT- COMMENT:

well, i am really excited for its release on november 16th in GERMANY, so ... i think i will post again a comment again... then... :)

henrik | 2006-09-15 11:22:09

Hi there.

I feel so ashamed that it's taken me this long to post a comment on your site given I pretty much worship you. I am one of your many Scottish fans and was wondering if you had any idea when the Last Kiss is showing in Britain, can't wait to see it!

Hope it's a huge success.

peace and love,

at

Ally | 2006-09-15 11:33:06

Hey,
Just thought I'd let you know it was a wonderful surprise to see you "pimpin" your movie during project runway on Wednesday. Then Thursday I saw an interview with you in the St. Paul Pioneer Press, so I thought I'd let you know your word is spreading through Minnesota. I will most assuredly be seeing it this weekend and will get back to you about it.

-Salena

Salena | 2006-09-15 11:43:09

Hey Zach! Saw the movie today and....wow. It was amazing. You and the rest of the cast did a fantastic job. Movies don't usually make me emotional, but this one really got to me. I wanted to yell at the screen! I will definately be recommending this one to friends. Great job!

Kelly | 2006-09-15 11:51:49

hey zach, me and my friends are going to see your movie on monday. can't wait.

Adrian | 2006-09-15 11:52:36

Hey Z-bear (can I call you Z-bear?), just saw the movie and I have to say that I was awestruck by the core characters - specifically you and Jacinda. I usually like shows and movies that help me learn a little something about myself; Scrubs does that and Garden State did that as well. This film, I felt, wasn't quite the same as that, mostly because I've pretty much gone through those stages already. I think you nailed it in the scene in the car where you where asking yourself 'what the fuck am I doing?' Many of those scenes really rang true with me and I was really impressed by the way you had such a handle on the Michael character - while I haven't been in all those situations, I could empathize with Michael in the ones I HAD been in. To be able to do that with a character is certainly a testament to your abilities. Keep up the good work and I'll do my part by recommending the film to all my friends!

Brian | 2006-09-15 11:53:55

wow! i'm the 245th comment! i better make it good....zach, let me tell you i am soooo excited about this movie. and i dont get excited about stuff like this! but since i saw the trailer, i have been like a teenager in heat about this movie... probably because i can relate the movie's premise: choices and changes and love and life. (who couldn't, actually?)

so with this corny comment i leave you. im taking my boyfriend to the movies tonight to see the greatness that is "the last kiss."

ciao!

Kristen | 2006-09-15 12:16:01

Zach, I'm really excited about the film but unfortunately i live in sunny old England and it probably isn't showing here i take it. I'll look out for the dvd though :) If its anywhere near the greatness of Garden State I'm sure it'll do well

Rich B | 2006-09-15 12:25:53

i just saw it. LOVE!!! it was really amazing, my fave part was when the neighbor filled your cup up with hose water. hahahah hilarious

its a shame youre so busy, ACL in austin is this weekend and its gonna be so FUN!

Abby | 2006-09-15 12:35:44

Regarding The Last Kiss, I know Paul Haggis is credited with writing it, and the way it is being promoted, it seems to be spoken about as being an original screenplay, but it is not a remake of the italian film, L'Ultimo Bacio? If so, how is it different?
Just curious.
Thanks.

Rafaela | 2006-09-15 12:43:51

i am so so excited that the movie is finally out. i am seeing the movie at 4:30! cant waitttttttttttt.

Briana | 2006-09-15 12:49:47

Just got back from seeing The Last Kiss... I have to say that I am still upset with you (well, Michael). I thought it was overall an accurate movie about relationship and their ups and downs. You carried the movie well, but after all that I saw of the previews and stuff, I think Jacinda Barrett should get more credit for her accurate and emotional protrayal of your girlfriend. Of course, Rachael Bilson did a great job as well playing Kim. I loved the sex scene! I also thought that Casey Afflack did a great job in his role.

I guess the fact that I am still thinking about whether or not I would let you back in the house means that it was a great film. There isn't much out there at the moment, so it was nice to see a good movie with excellent actors. Tom and Blythe gave the movie such depth, it would not have been as good without them.

Overall, I would say great job Zach. However, I think it's time to see a Zach Braff original again very soon.

Tina | 2006-09-15 12:53:23

hey zach, wassup? i really liked the movie. i thought you were really good in it. blythe danner was very good as well. that big 'we need to breathe' thing probably would have had more weight if not said by rachel bilson, but hey, we saw her boobs. good job man, i hope it does well. your pal, scott

scott | 2006-09-15 13:05:17

Amazing movie. I loved it!! I'm going to see it again over the weekend. I am a huge fan of you, and love anything you've ever been involved with. You are an amazing actor, and you have the best music taste! Thanks for just being yourself you hot, hot man!!! Good luck in everything you pursue.

I LOVE THE LAST KISS!

Meredith | 2006-09-15 13:07:53

So I just got back from seeing it this morning and all I can say is amazing work. You and the entire cast have captured the word emotion on film - I don't see how people won't be moved by it. Great job and much support for the future.

Jarrod | 2006-09-15 13:09:39

zach!, what a film! last kiss is now my favourite film of all time!, it was garden state and now its last kiss! how do u do it?

my friend has been making his own movie, but its one of those really cheap ones coz he hasnt got the money yet haha he is only 16, he told me ur his idol. he even asked me to be main character in it, so there is my chance for stardom............or not. hehe. blimey, what i would give to help u direct a film or be in one with u!! im an actress, still in college so i imagine that doesnt sound very good. but i have performed in theatre's and been on tv programs. cool huh?
so errrrrr if u ever need an extra in any other films u do, then i guess u got an experienced 16 yr old for back up...............like that will happen. i'd really like to talk to u about everything u have done with your work and any tips i could have to become a successful actress. sgneal@hotmail.co.uk is my address, talk soon hopefuly.

well done again for last kiss, wish u were mine haha. x x x x Sarah x x x x

Sarah Neal | 2006-09-15 13:39:59

Hi Zach,

I live in Toronto, the international film festival will end this Sat., and your new movie is coming out on Sunday. I can't wait to go and watch it, will let u know what i think about it after.

I really liked "Garden State", it's a very cool movie, I think you are very talented, hope you will make more good movies, not a lot but good ones.

sharon

sharon | 2006-09-15 13:42:19

I saw the movie this afternoon and I really did enjoy it. The music really did set the tone. I think that everyone will be able to relate to at least one character. You continue to chose movies that really attack this issue of feeling lost and not knowing what to do and possibly making the wrong choice and dealing with said choices. I look foward to seeing what your next project will be.

Lissa | 2006-09-15 13:44:11

Z-
I saw the movie at the Boston Film Festival on Tuesday. I loved it! You were great! Your co-stars were great.

Tony Goldwyn did a Q&A after the screening. It was pretty interesting. He seems like a really nice, down to earth kind of guy. You guys must have had a good time making the movie.

Best of luck,
Julie

Julie | 2006-09-15 14:02:44

Wow, let me just say that I just bought The Last Kiss Soundtrack and its simply amazing.. I mean wow, you know when you listen to songs and it's just like wow.. if I was a song I would totally be that one well its kinda like that with everyone, I just wanted to say congrats on a killer soundtrack thats going to be around forever. I can't wait to see the movie, im sure it's amazing! Love and Peace!

Trisha Kuhl | 2006-09-15 14:08:57

I absolutely loved it! I read some bad reviews before seeing it...and was just shocked when I came out of the theater. I was sucked into the movie throughout the whole thing, and that's how you know its a good movie. I loved how it revolved around everyone's problems, not just the main couple and also how not everyone had a happy ending. The Last Kiss has definitely made its way to my favorites already! And Zach you were amazing, as always! =)

Rachel | 2006-09-15 14:10:04

Anybody else notice that the ticker up top is going crazy?

MJ | 2006-09-15 14:14:39

I saw Last Kiss yesterday night. Films like this one are what's missing from Hollywood today. I really felt the movie and all its angst and emotion. Keep it up please and include Snow Patrol in all your future films ;-)

Thanks dude,
Elana

Elana | 2006-09-15 14:25:45

I've literally been counting down the days with the blog and didn't realise until yesterday that it is only starting in the UK on 20 October! :( I'm so disappointed...

Will keep fingers crossed for the opening weekend (and after!) Hope it exceeds all your expectations, Zach!

Cheers
Elme'

Elme | 2006-09-15 14:32:03

Zach,
It's 5:00 in austin Texas and instead of hitting up the Austin City Limits Music Festival, I am off to the theater!! Good luck this weekend

texbuckeye262 | 2006-09-15 14:33:51

The movie was really good....I was moved to tears. You were really good as always Zach.

Desiree Normandin | 2006-09-15 14:43:19

Hello Zach,
My wife and I think you do great work so keep it up! We will get out to see Last Kiss this weekend. I hear you are taking flying lessons and I am a pilot too, if you ever get to Michigan you can contact me and we can take a scenic tour in my Skylane! Take care and fly often. Dale

Dale McFarland | 2006-09-15 14:53:56

Getting ready to go see the movie! I can't wait! I hope it does well--you deserve it!

P.S.
Zach Braff Joshua Radin being friends= Super hot Jewish love.

Hilary | 2006-09-15 15:12:41

Just got back from seeing the movie at the first showing in my town. The movie was very moving and takes you on an emotional journey. I loved very much the way the movie ends (won't spoil it) by letting you come to your own conclusions.

It kind of sucks that it wasn't release in a good theatre in my town. If it comes out in one of the great ones I'll be sure to catch it again.

Great work Zach, keep it up man.

Daryl | 2006-09-15 15:21:58

I just got back from the movie and I loved it! I think you did a fabulous job and so did everyone else invloved. You did such a good job at creating Michael to be someone that you disliked in a lot of ways but so human that he was impossible to truely dislike. I also lovedddd the music in the movie, it suited it all fabulously. This is a fantastic movie and I hope lots of people go see it!!

Danielle | 2006-09-15 15:24:46

yo dude great movie, i love how real the movie accuatlly is, good stuff don't stop
peace man

Sean | 2006-09-15 15:43:00

Hey Zach

Good luck with the premiere!
I´m very excited about the last kiss,but I´m sure it will be great! I really trust your opinion in that case! Just like Moni I have to wait till November to see it, because I´m also from germany!but I know it´s worth waiting!
I´m a huge fan of garden state (I wrote an article about it) and your soundtracks! It really made my day when I read you did TLK soundtrack as well! Thank you for that! your cd´s are great for discovering new bands!
I look forward to all of your new projects!

Wish you all the best for everything!

Helen

Helen | 2006-09-15 16:00:02

Helen | 2006-09-15 16:01:56

I was so excited that today was the release of The Last Kiss!! And i dont even live in US but that means it will take less to release in Spain!! Do you have any dates of when its opening here? Will you come for the promotion?? I really really hope you do!!! Congrats for your new film. I really wish people like it.

Sandra | 2006-09-15 16:06:41

sorry for double posting!my pc sucks!

Helen | 2006-09-15 16:09:22

Hey zach! I'm really so excited for the movie! I actually can't wait to hear it. I'm a 16 year old kid and I could really identify with Garden State (especially the soundtrack) I know The Last Kiss will do well. I'm so excited for you. I downloaded the Ebert and Roeper episode just to hear what they'd say about it and I was so happy when they said it was good. Thanks for everything zach. Seriously.

Daniel Swenson | 2006-09-15 16:14:43

Definitely will go see LK

When Scrubs first came out I was suffering from severe depression. My only guarantee of a bright spot each week was you on Scrubs

You kept me going

So I thank you (I doubt you will actually read this, you seem insanely busy!)

Glenn C | 2006-09-15 16:17:23

NATHAN PRESLEY'S MOVIE REVIEW______________
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First of all I have to say "AMAZING". great movie by far, one of the best films of
this year. And the scene in the house where she pulls the knife and you
two are fighting and you storm out yelling. Man, I didn't know you had it
in you........... I love your work, but to be honest I wasn't for sure if you
could pull that off. (you nailed it)._________________________
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I loved the movie, BUT here are my CRITICISMS._____________
The amount of sex was a little excessive, Don't get me wrong, there's
something in every guy who likes to see that, but from just a story stand point
I found myself stepping out of the main character's shoes and saying to myself
"Man, they're going at it"_lol____________________________________
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I know you didn't write the screenplay, but Im just giving my overall review.
______________________________________________________
The script was great, only one line I didn't like. "I would so wear my hottest
dress to your funeral" (didn't seem to fit and didn't seem real)______
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This movie was great....So much more real and honest then most movies.
I know my opinion doesn't really matter, but this is just want I felt.
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You should be very proud, you delivered a great performance. IT WAS A GREAT FILM___________________________________________________
keep it real man, later_____ -Nathan

NATHAN PRESLEY | 2006-09-15 16:25:12

Hei Zach, good luck whole thing

I really want to see the movie right NOW but I live in Iceland so I don't know when the movie will reach theaters here. So... I will just watch Scrubs until then... also looking forward to next season.

Over and out

and under

magga | 2006-09-15 16:35:23

I just saw the movie a few hours ago. Wow...what can I say? It completely broke my heart. The story reminded me why I never want to be in love again and feel that feeling. It really took me back to that time when I was that hurt. I walked out of the theater kind of upset and let down by men in general. It's really easy to be discouraged when art imitates life in such a familar way. While I was waiting outside the restrooms for my friend I was stand around with an older gentleman, he appeared to be waiting for his wife who was also in the restroom. She came out and he handed her purse to her and said something that made her laugh and I watched them walk away. That reminded me of the older couple in the movie. I guess you see your up and downs throughout the course of love and it is possible to get passed all the struggles and still be able to share that familar bond. Great movie.

Kryss | 2006-09-15 16:42:00

Dear Zach,

I loved the movie. I could relate to it indefinitely, which is why I'm sorry to say that I was kind of peeved at you. Cheating is a scummy thing to do. But I forgive you. Because the movie was awesome. I loved the scene where you and Jacinda were fighting the first time and she was about to stab you. It looked like you tried not to laugh. I'm going to see it a second time for sure.

Love, Geraldine

Geraldine | 2006-09-15 16:45:21

hey zach

just been on this site for the first time and i like it.i have just watched garden state,it was an okay movie,but i like chicken little better.(by the way i'm 17 years old)i love watching scrubs.i heard that you are leaving scrubs.nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnooooooo.i will watch the last kiss when it comes to the cinemas in the uk.good luck with that.i hope your back is getting better.hope your other leg grows the same as the other one, so that they are the same lenths.i think that your are a really cool dude.i would buy a zach braff calender.i watched you on the babysiiters club from 1993 and it was good.i also watched your videos of you talking about your movies and that.i think that you should wear glasses more often.i saw on the net when you got punk,it was really funny.did you really hit the kid?PLEASE read this message.good luck 2 u 4 the future.x

avie | 2006-09-15 17:00:26

just saw your interview with sara edwards from when you were in boston --

for later background... what boston digs about dunkin donuts is the coffee. bring any boston crew DD coffee ("regular") and you'll have friends for life.

susannah | 2006-09-15 17:19:22

I just hope I can pass as 17.

Allison | 2006-09-15 17:37:44

Holy shit! That was my reaction to the movie as soon as the credits rolled. "The Last Kiss" was 4875072478502934870238 times better than I had thought it would be. Even after seeing trailer upon trailer, the film went above and beyond my expections. Of all things, Tom Wilkinson made me cry. You know the part where he's on the phone with his daughter? He starts crying, then I lost it. Oy. It floored me like you have no idea, and that's a good thing. The whole movie got me. I loved it. There are no words to describe just how much. I can't wait until it's released on DVD, but until then, I'll just have to watch it a bazillion (yes, that's a word) more times. And you know, I would never make a good film critic.

Lae | 2006-09-15 17:38:28

I won't be able to check it out till Tuesday, but I'm VERY VERY excitied for it. I haven't been this excitied about a movie since "Garden State"!

(And then, I didn't even know what Garden State was really about, but the trailer had me mezmorized. So this has an even better chance of being one of my favourite movies. Maybe bumping GS out of the #1 Spot! We shall see!)

Peter | 2006-09-15 17:50:51

MY DEAR ZACH, LOVED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOOD JOB!

ADRIANA | 2006-09-15 17:58:30

Can't wait, the 9:25 showing has got my name all over it.

Serena B | 2006-09-15 18:01:50

ok i just saw it - let me tell you about my cinematic adventure - first i went alone in Parsippany - I only add that because I know you are from No NJ, anyway, because I couldn't find a sitter I left the hubby at home. then, i get there just in time after work and i'm so flustered, i walk into the wrong theater. after 2 minutes of The Black Dahlia, I realize that this is not the longest trailer ever - it's the actual movie. So then, I go into the right movie, thank goodness still previews. But it was all old people, I'm 29, and there was only one other couple in there my age, everyone else was like 60. Which made me a little uncomfortable during a certain scene very early on. But it made it very interesting during the Stephen and Anna scenes, you could really feel them reacting. I so loved when he just knew she was there. I felt that. I loved the whole thing, but I'm female - and I was Michael in Jenna's body. Got pregnant unexpectedly, but don't believe in marriage, and was/am (child now 4) still scared of no surprises, etc etc. Anyway, when is someone going to tell it from our side, everyone knows men are scared and do stupid shit. i have a story to tell.
also, i'm a true fan, which i think allows me to be critical - the sound track. I love all the songs, but the thing that really pulled Garden State together was the sequence, it was as they were played in the movie, very cathardic when listening to it. Why didn't you do that with this one - I was really looking for that in the movie.
anyway afterwards, I walked out and there was this older woman that I had walked in right after and she walked out alone and I was so moved I wanted to just ask her what she thought, but I was too shy. I really wish I had, but I'm glad I can come here and share my experience in this weird little internet world we are living in.
*km

kerri | 2006-09-15 18:05:02

Zach! I saw the sneak preview in Chicago on Tuesday! I loved every minute of it even though I had to sit in the second row next to a strange man who brought all his own snacks and smelled moldy. It was very moving and heartfelt. Congrats on a great job!!! - Valerie :)

Valerie | 2006-09-15 18:05:46

Hey Everybody !

The Last Kiss was AMAZING ! Every second of this movie is perfect...very real, very moving and so...funny! I enjoyed it very much ! Don't wait...Go see it !

Regards,

M

PS. Great job Zach !

Poland:) | 2006-09-15 18:13:34

I'm going to see it with my "Last Kiss" crew in about an hour! I'm so excited, "Chocolate" has been playing over and over all day on my iTunes!

Its finally here!!!

Michael | 2006-09-15 18:18:30

Hi Zach.

I am on my way to the theatre right now to see The Last Kiss and I am so excited.Normally, I would have waited until it had been out for awhile before going, but I understand how important a big opening weekend is (I watch Entourage, haha). Good luck and enjoy the succss of this. Much love and the occasional perverted thought.
G

gillian | 2006-09-15 18:24:53

Hey Zach

I just saw the movie with my two friends. I just turned 17 and it's the first R rated movie I've seen in a theatre. (I know, I'm a good two-shoes and I've never sneaked into a movie, anyway) It was SOOOO good! My friend was crying and there were old people in tears. Haha i thought it was funny and really deep at the same time. It was perfect. Oh and the ending was amazing. I was a bit stunned at first but I loved it all around. Great Great job and I can't wait to see what you have in store for us devoted fans. Much Love!!

Kyra

Kyra | 2006-09-15 18:28:15

My girlfriend was going out of town, so we caught the afternoon show. It was amazing! She cried the entire last 30 minutes! We loved it! Can't wait for Scrubs to come back this spring!!

Zach | 2006-09-15 18:28:22

Hey Zach,

I just got back from seeing the movie and I immediately wanted to post. What is it about the projects you are involved in that makes me THINK? Seriously, thanks so much for your hard work in this movie. I could feel that you felt each and every scene, and the intensity between you and Jacinda was incredible. And of course, the music was perfect.

I hope this movie does as well as it deserves to! You should be super proud.

Late,

Kylie

kylie | 2006-09-15 18:39:21

i just saw the movie this afternoon (one of two people in the theatre but i bet the evening crowds were packed). i loved it! this should do as well if not better than garden state

ky.red | 2006-09-15 18:40:20

I saw your movie today, opening day. It was really good, but also very depressing. I don't think I have ever seen a movie like that with such a raw real view on relationships. And this new take was a very good thing. But very eye opening too, and that is not always a good thing!

Heather | 2006-09-15 18:45:54

Alright, I saw The Last Kiss. First of all, how did you like driving a Prius? I know it's not a Porsche, but I just bought a new 2006 Prius and I love it! Okay, the movie. Yes, it was moving - I cried all through the porch sequence - but it's not exactly the feel-good movie of the year, is it? It was fucking depressing. My parents were divorced (they each married 3 times before they died) and I'm 41 and I married and divorced the same man twice. At least I wasn't stupid enough to have kids. I don't know if I believe in marriage anymore, although there are nice things about it. The movie was well-done in every way but it made me feel cynical and bitter and brought up the part of me that doesn't trust men. I suppose if there is any uplifting part to it, it's about forgiveness, right? That yeah, relationships are messy but they're not black and white and they're worth it anyway. Not having been in a relationship for years, it's hard for me to tell anymore. So yeah, it was a good movie but it's not the kind of thing I would be turning to for catharsis like Garden State. Well done, and all, and you should be proud of yourself, but now I'm mad. So the movie stirred me up, which is what good movies do, but I don't know what I'm supposed to take away from it. Also, I don't think the ending is ambiguous at all. Nice work, but I don't think I'll want to see it again.

Anna C. | 2006-09-15 18:48:16

Hi Zach!

I saw the movie with my roomates earlier today. I thought it was great. I really enjoyed the european absurdist influence. It reminded me so much of reading through a Camus book. Though depressing at points, I thought the comedy in it was great. It also got me thinking if this is what my life as well as my friends lives would be in 9 years. I think what the movie did was made me realize that we are all so capable of doing what your character did in the movie (if we haven't done it already). And nobody means to do it, it just happens and that's what I loved about the movie. It provided no good answer to righting a wrong. It just was. I also loved the quote in the movie where the father turns to you and said something along the lines of "it's not how you feel inside, it's about what you do." That really hit close to home. Overall, I really enjoyed this movie. Thanks for sharing it with us!

Mary | 2006-09-15 18:59:14

Zach,

okay lets start by saying that the last kiss blew my mind. i though it was wonderful. i went in thinking it would be just another romantic comedy, but it went much deeper. it trailed into the thoughts that every man is going to think when a relationship gets to a certain level. There's no doubt that your career will sky-rocket after everybody sees this movie. I've told everybody i kno about it, my family, my friends, and even people i didn't even kno haha (on my out of the theatre and told everybody to go see it). Again i am in aww for this movie. it was great. it was funny, emotional, deep, clever, and brilliant. I just want to say you my biggest inspiration....don't stop whatever it is your doing. from the first episode of scrubs to the opening day of garden state, to this movie, 'the last kiss, you have just kept getting better and better even though everytime i see your work i can't think of anything that can be better. i look forward to january when scrubs season 6 comes out, and i here its going to be more crazy than ever. thats awesome. I'm going into college now, and i just hope your going to just keep on what your doing because you've inspired me so much... Also i really hope you got my comment on a book im currently writing....i really would love for you to read it first, im not even near finish, but if i kno you'll read it , it'll give me great iniative. thanks.

peace out-jon

Jon Rupert | 2006-09-15 19:11:17

Alright Zach, I posted yesterday with the pre-movie excitement and am now posting the post game wrap-up. I just got back from the theatre and I'm really not sure how I feel. On one hand I felt that the performances were amazing, very honest. And I've never been one to shy away from depressing movies but there is something about it that has proven unsettling.

I think part of the problem I had was with the editing because I felt like it was so busy trying to incorporate all of the stories that it ended up feeling kind of choppy. I appreciated that it delved into the complexity of human relationships in unexpected ways but I also think that the ending...I don't know. I think I would like to see a movie where the cheater isn't taken back by the cheated on. But, it's a movie and I guess dramatization is inevitable.

Overall, I enjoyed it and I think all of the performances were brilliant. Oh and I loved the placement of the Frou Frou song...it couldn't have been more perfect. I hope opening weekend goes well for you and I'll look forward to the next one!

Kristine | 2006-09-15 19:12:12

Well, I just saw The Last Kiss. I couldn't help but go "No! no!! Bad Zach Braff, bad!!!!" tsk tsk. Well I thought it was lovely, and I definately giggled alot.

Monica | 2006-09-15 19:14:33

hey zach- i really loved the movie, very intense!!! I was really moved and affected by it, but it was also really upsetting. You did really well in the movie, jacinda was amazingggg to, with the knife and everything, wow! Anyway, hope scrubs is doing well in LA. and good lick with everything!
Becky*

Becky | 2006-09-15 19:16:29

*******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************YOU-MOTHER-FUCKING-ASSHOLE!!! omg i hate you right now! but besides that, the movie was absolutely outstanding. it was fantastic, and better in every way and more. i LOVED how the movie started with "Chocolate" right as the logos were coming up. that was fresh. i also loved how it was all so REAL...which i know you know. the movie was REAL and i know that drew you to it, as it drew every audience member i sat with and will continue to reach. down to the tickle fight in the bed, the candid conversations ("careful-thats my nut"), down to how the guy code when your friend knew you were fucking around *you piece of shit!*, to how jenna wanted to know how kim looked and how it was. I also thought that every other secondary story for all the supporting characters were so developed as well. even though they were minor, ive experienced every single one of those emotions and relationships, which made them so great. I also love how you just say that this is real, and its just depressing that THATS how guys really think and feel and behave. not to say girls cant be that shady too, as the mother was, but to think that jenna caught you red-handed and you continued to lie! GOD DAMNIT I HATE YOU! and im sorry, but i absolutely loved how jenna kicked your ass on screen. i would have done the same thing. you fucked up and now its too late, and you might be sorry you messed up, but youre only REALLY sorry cuz you got caught. i love how she was so strong and knew it was over and could survive without you. i think the end conversation thru the door was lame tho. you kept saying "lets go back to how it was"-YOU CANT GO BACK! ITLL NEVER BE THE SAME!! and then how you said "weve got to try"-YOU WERENT TRYING YOU FUCK! ALL SHE EVER DID WAS LOVE YOU AND TRY! YOU GAVE UP AND FUCKED RACHAEL FUCKING BILSON! BOOOO on your part. i love how you dont know whether she took you back or not either. cuz the whole "grandma" goodbye/death story was great how she said she couldnt try anymore. So was she letting you in to try again? or was she letting you in to have that good-bye "last kiss" that marks the death of your relationship? i really hope its the latter because you dont deserve her. YOU EVEN WENT BACK TO KIMS DORM!! YOURE 30 NAILING A GIRL IN A DORM ROOM-LAMER! God, i really hate you right now. i cant get over how lame the dorm room thing was, convo wise: "i just care that youre here..." come on! youve been to college-you know what that line means! and you can see the contemplation on your face..you know its wrong, but youre already naked, so you think "ah, wtf". I LOVED how jenna called you a slut-you totally deserved that, and ida slapped you harder. i would have reacted just like her, i loved jenna. when you were following her around the house and said "i only kissed her a couple times and it meant nothing" i literally yelled out in the theater at the screen and said "OH, BULLSHIT!" the whole placed laughed, but i was serious! i also flipped you off several times throughout the movie-sorry, kinda. i mean, id take YOU back, but not michael. and i LOVED the movie even tho i hate you right now, but ill get over it. just give me time. go sit on my front porch and ill get back to you. but the movie gets an A from me, and i did tear up a little. not as much as garden state, but i did get watery. and i loved the movie and am so so proud and happy for you, because this movie will be enormously successful. i hate loving you tho right now.....im gonna go drink and bitch about you for the next couple hours with the 4 girls i took to the movie...i feel like i just got broken up with, damnit.....congrats on another success, you fucker. more later...*CJ *Currently Listening To: "Cry On Demand"-Ryan Adams

Christa J | 2006-09-15 19:20:38

Hey Zach,

I just got back from seeing the movie. I loved it, it was as good as I expected if not better. It made me laugh at times, and, nearly made me get teary eyed at some points, but all-in-all, it was really, like, meditating even, it was just a great hour and 50 minutes. Also, I saw you on Conan, it was awesome, I couldn't stop laughing at the Punk'd story. Anyhow, I just wanted to let you know I loved the movie.

your fan,
-Adam xo

Adam | 2006-09-15 19:22:20

I just want to say this so i don't have it inside of me forever. i really like the last kiss..but the problem was it had numerous unfinished problems within the story. it needed more i tell you...MORE (just like someone else said..a bit choppy)! but i really liked it..i kept the ticket stub to commerate since i have been waiting for it since april! or may i forget..it was a overall good movie..but it needs more focus upon the other stories like his other friends..it needed to be deeper..but i did see how it was deep and how it delt with complexity. I never cried so hard in my whole entire human existence

a B..or the overall is a A-

Rebcca | 2006-09-15 19:22:24

Hi Zach-

I just got back from seeing The Last Kiss and I loved it. There was something in every character that I could relate to. I've been heartbroken like Izzy and Jenna and overwhelmed like Chris...Michael did some not so cool things but in a way I understood why. I also liked the portrayal of all of the relationships in their various stages, I definitely shows that it takes a lot more than love to make them work...

Anyway, I thought you did a really great job and showed a new side of you that I hadn't really seen before. The whole cast was great and it turned out to be a really good movie!

Kelly

Kelly | 2006-09-15 19:24:34

I got invited to go to the movies with a few friends, and before I could make a suggestion to it, they all said "The Last Kiss" which is for one, very ironic, since we're a group of guys. The movie was great I have to say, but I'm not going to specify my favorite moments, because I hate it when I'm reading something and there appears a spoiler out of no where.

On a heavier note, don't bother your neighbors pets! Me and my friend Ross had the dumb idea to bother my neighbor's new puppy, so I got him to run over there and start barking at it. Well, the guy busted out of his house and yelled "What the hell you doin' boy?" and Ross completely froze and decided it would be smart to reply "No hablo ingles!" The guy stood there for a few seconds, then called onto his wife saying "Betty, get the shotgun, we got ourselves an illegal!" and Ross ran crying and screaming all the way back to my place. The guy tried to get him deported, so we had to go to his house and apologize, and prove to him that Ross was indeed causasion. I've been calling him "Carlos LePerra" ever since. He still has no clue as to the meaning of the last name.

Yeah, sounds a little bit crazy, but thats just a day in the life of a 17 year old kid. I'm gonna head to bed now, because its late and I have to get up and drive to the Mexican Border to pick up Ross, aka "Carlos LePerra."

Bryan A. | 2006-09-15 19:26:10

ooooh ma stars.

i need a shot!

the word i'm searching for - good.

granted, you were sogood (SOgood!). I loved Jacinda. At first I thought of her as the Australian on the Real World, but she really captured the tender and fierce.

tom wilk's character- i was wondering why he wasn't more passionate, but i guess he represents an enduring and quiet love. devotion. which might be the best kind of all.

anywayzzzz-
wise choice on CHOOSING the movie, zach.

p.s. you have juicy lips!

cynthia | 2006-09-15 19:27:10

Just returned from The Last Kiss and thought it was powerful. It was honest how things were not tied up into a clean package at the end of the movie. There was work ahead for all of the characters.

Sara | 2006-09-15 19:35:08

Hey Zach,

My husband and I just got back from seeing "The Last Kiss". Just wanted to let you know we both really enjoyed it. Very insightful and honest movie. But I gotta say your character was a complete prick for sleeping with the 20y.o.!

Still it was an honest movie so it would have been bullshit if you hadn't.

Have never posted before but love Garden State, love Scrubs and loved The Last Kiss tonight. Can't want to see what you do next. Hope the movie is a success for you.

Chandra.

Chandra | 2006-09-15 19:44:55

Damn, TLK isn't playing anywhere near me!

Andrew | 2006-09-15 19:48:32

Congrats on the Scrubs sindication! I'm going to have to drive the hour and a half from Valdosta to Tallahassee to see The Last Kiss, but I know it will be worth it!

Pig Bimpin' | 2006-09-15 19:53:41

so i just watched the movie and i loved it!!! i love zach braff and all, but the guy he plays in the movie kinda pissed me off, i don't want to spoil it for anyone, but over all it was an amazing movie!!!! and girls, if your boyfriend doesn't want to go to it with you, just tell him about all the sex scenes in it, and hot chicks making out, he won't want to miss it. i also have to say that wow, i could hardly contain myself when a certian someone took off his shirt and started to make out with someone else... man, i wish i was rachel bilson, hell, i'd even rather be jacinda barret, well, if we're talking about the characters in the movie.. i'm rambling.. i loved the movie, i will be watching it again, my only bad thing to report is, not very many people were in the theater, now keep in mind, this was at a small theater, and with a football game going on right down the street, i can see why it wasn't (they love their h.s. football here) but, i counted at least 30 people :) now stop reading this and go watch the damn movie!!!!!!!

sarah | 2006-09-15 20:18:05

Wow. Ok. Yea. Really good movie. A little too close to home with some past events in my life, really emotional in many scenes for me, and a great movie all in all. I hope it does well as far as money goes. I'm glad I spent my money on it tonight.

On a completely random note, my birthday's only 24 days away! I'm so excited! You should be too! If you aren't, I understand, most of my loved ones aren't excited anymore either. After doing this since I was 10, my family is done with the countdown. Hey, I told you it was completely random.

Have a fabulous day.

Sunny | 2006-09-15 20:28:06

Dear Zach -

What a great time to wish you well !! From W. Orange to Wash, DC, I'm as bad as you are (jk) pimping to friends to see TLK this weekend. Since meeting at your Dad's years ago (do you remember that?), I've been following your career and even took my Dad, Jonas, (Nanny Bea's boyfriend) to your Garden State set. It was eye-opening and jaw-dropping for him to see all that you'd accomplished !!

You were a hoot on Conan ! Easy to see that Hollywood hasn't changed you one bit from being a genuine guy. Love your blog. It's quick, clever, personal. Your family must be kvelling with lots of well-deserved "gratefuls." One ?- given the subject of TLK, will you and the cast be on The View? G'luck, love to all, and Give a quick holla back, pls.

Hedy (Jonas' daughter) | 2006-09-15 20:33:00

I saw The Last Kiss tonight and I loved it. The theatre was absolutely packed as well, so I hope it does well in the box office this weekend, as it really deserves it. I was thoroughly impressed with the acting by you and Jacinda Barrett, and I was really drawn in by the characters. The story itself was very relatable and raw. Not to mention it had a great soundtrack. Excellent film overall!

Nicole Sagolili | 2006-09-15 20:45:35

So I saw the movie today with my roomie...and wow. It was so real...so well acted and directed. It emotionally drained me, but it was very very well done. Bravo. Though I did want to punch Michael and say "you idiot" a lot...haha. At least there's hope in it. I don't want to ruin it for anyone, so that's about all I'm going to say.

You've really become a great actor...it's evident that you have a great eye for figuring out how your body language helps add to the emotion and character. Just thought I'd give you that little compliment because it's always nice to hear nice things from other people.

Keep being awesome. :)

Pam Clayton | 2006-09-15 20:58:49

pfffft... 8 February 2007 is when it opens in Australia... I'm reading all these awesome comments about the film and I honestly don't think I can wait till then. Anyways, I write to wish you all the best on the roadshow for the amazing launch and can't wait till you touch our shores. Hope you can catch a good aussie band while you're here.
Am very excited for u and best wishes for a successful ride!! Think of me in 5 months time when I EVENTUALLY get to see the damned film ;)
Take care... xo ames

Amy | 2006-09-15 20:59:08

Hey Zach-

I just saw the movie and i was speechless at the end. You definitely have accomplished creating a raw, gritty, emotionally charged, extremely real movie. I have not seen something this honest in a long time. I have just gone through a terrible brekaup about a month ago, and watching this movie gave me a different perspective on what happened. I would consider myself to be in Jacinda's role. I mean I am moved beyond words. I sat through the movie and was consumed with emotion. To be frank, I hated your character. But I was also so intrigued by the motions that he went through. Watching this movie, I thought, would help me perhaps by giving me a new perspective and in doing so, be a source a therapy. When in fact the opposite happened. I not only become so indifferent when it was over, I relived all of the pain, hurt, sadness, and anger I have been feeling. I was in such pain throughout the movie that it become too real, too gritty, too raw for me to handle. Don't get me wrong, I loved it. And I will more than likely go see it a few more times, and then procede to buy it when it comes out. I don't think that I have ever been this moved by a movie. I mean I thought I was with "Elephant" by Gus Van Sant. But this takes the cake. Congrats on the amazing acting in this film. Thank you for putting your heart into it, because in turn you affected mine.

With fondness and love,

Rachelle Murphy | 2006-09-15 21:01:49

I don't actually know what to say.

This is not the kind of movie about which one can gush... Or, at least, I can't figure out how I would.

Most everything about it is just stellar -- that pretty much goes without saying -- but there's also so much genuine pain in the movie that bubbling enthusiasm seems out of place.

The highest compliment I can think of is that it was very moving and inescapably real.

Amy | 2006-09-15 21:03:32

Yeah, the movie was awesome

Nguyen | 2006-09-15 21:08:06

yeah, the movie was awesome.

Nguyen | 2006-09-15 21:10:22

Hi Zach this is actually my first time posting on your site but I've been an avid reader since the good ol' days on the Garden State website. I felt that this was a good time to write considering I just saw The Last Kiss tonight. First of all the theater I was at was pretty full for the showing I went to- hope that makes you happy. I really enjoyed the movie. And it seemed like everyone in the theater did as well, I heard laughter and also saw some tears. There were some pretty funny moments and pretty intense moments and I loved that. The mixture of the two was perfect. I'm not going to lie but I really laughed hard at the fart thing with your character and Jenna - I wasn't the only one either. I thought Jacinda Barrett did an amazing job. She was so convincing and you could just see her pain and anger especially during the scene where she was coming at you with a knife and also slapping you (which I might add my friend said o boy really loud while the rest of the audience was extremely quiet). She was great. I wasn't used to seeing you in an intense scene like that - I mean considering Scrubs is comedy - we don't get to see you display your drama skills. Overall the acting/casting in the movie was great. I also want to mention how great the soundtrack to the movie is. I'm a huge Joshua Radin fan - I have his new cd (its so good!) and was happy to see Star Mile on it. Also I love how you got some of the Garden State soundtrack bands on there too - I love that soundtrack by the way. So I just wanted to say that I enjoyed the movie and love the soundtrack and keep up the good work.

Marie | 2006-09-15 21:10:32

Hi,
I saw The Last Kiss ten minutes ago, and I loved every part of it!! It's not just your performance (which was great) but everything, from the walking legs to the closing door. But my favourite part was the music!! I tough you had made the beautifulest soundtrack with Garden State, but I was wrong, The Last Kiss' is even better!!!! One question: was that movie shot in Quebec?? Because a lot of names in the credits looked quebecer. Anyway...thanks for briging up another incredible movie, we were ten here in Montreal who loved it!!!!

With luv and deep admiration,
Matt and his friends,
Montreal

Matt | 2006-09-15 21:11:08

Dude, I don't even know how to begin telling how awesome this movie is. ITS FUCKING GREAT MAN! seriously. I loved it, everything about it. I'm gonna go see it again tomorrow, yeah cause it's that freaking good! But yeah man, so i just wanted to let you know.
Hope all is well dude, take care!

Pz and love,
A

Alonzo | 2006-09-15 21:18:40

Zach-

Just saw the movie tonight. I really enjoyed it and hope it does well. Congrats on another great project! Keep the great music suggestions coming, I can't stop listening to JLC now. Thanks-

Laura D.

Laura | 2006-09-15 21:18:55

Hi Zach!
Just saw the movie and I loved it; very honest and real. I love all your work and can't wait for Scrubs to start up again...

Aggie | 2006-09-15 21:31:39

Hey Zach, I had been looking forward to seeing The Last Kiss for a while and I finally saw it tonight. It far exceeded my expectations. I loved it. Great job Zach, amazing performance. Good luck and continued success in your future movies!

emma | 2006-09-15 21:31:41

Hey Zach!
Just got back from seeing the movie and I must say it lived up to the hype I had built up in my head. Really, really great film. Some very intense scenes that made me hurt and yet I laughed so hard in other parts. Fantastic acting too by everyone, there was literally not one actor I didn't like in this movie (usually there's always this one guy where I'm like "why'd they have to pick him? He just ruins everything for me")

On a completely shallow, OMG moment, it was pretty f-ing cool to see my old college campus featured in the movie. Kim's "exterior dorm room" is actually the psychology building at my old college campus. It was so weird to see a place I walked in front of for like 4 years on the big screen. If only I had known you guys were filming there... I would have hung out on campus a lot more lol

Anyways, congrats on the movie (and the soudtrack... stellar choices) I hope it does very well this weekend. Now everyone go see it!!

Roxane | 2006-09-15 21:34:44

Amazing story.
Amazing acting.
Amazing work.

Thanks for the incredible experience. Pre-ordering the DVD asap. :) Thank you!!

John | 2006-09-15 21:35:07

I just got back from the movie tonight, and it was very good. Your character made me want to punch him a couple times.

Quick qeustion: what's the countdown timer counting down to now?

Pwalex | 2006-09-15 21:38:02

Hey Zach,

I loved, loved, LOVED how the music was encorporated into the movie. Especially the opening scene with "Chocolate" and the scene with Imogen Heaps song "Hide and Seek."

Screw what Peter Travers said about the movie, it was so damn real. I could truly relate to your character. It was insightful, honest and intense.

Keep up the amazing work man.

-Leo

Leo | 2006-09-15 21:42:02

Saw the movie. Loved it. I had to drive 40 miles to see it, but it was so worth it.

Melissa | 2006-09-15 21:51:15

Zach,

This was a great movie....very real and honest. I think the fart scene on the sofa sums it all up - real relationships aren't sexy and things can sure be hard when you have to make choices. I think this movie is refreshing and will touch a lot of people.

Michelle | 2006-09-15 21:51:27

I saw the movie today. I thought it was very good. It was a different character for you and you did a great job with it. I actually thought the acting was very good from the other characters as well and think this could be a nice springboard for Michael Weston Congrats on another success and I look forward to future films of yours.

Adam | 2006-09-15 21:51:42

"The Last Kiss" was a beautiful movie that hit just a little close to home, and it offered me so much catharsis, it was unbelievable. It was such an amazing balance of drama and comedy, that I was crying and laughing at the same time. Yet, nothing was blown out of proportion, and everything was just so fucking real, it was scary.

I just want to thank you for making such a excellent piece of art!

The best of luck to you! (& I truly do mean it),
shell

ps: the soundtrack is awesome!

shell | 2006-09-15 22:04:06

I saw the movie this evening. I really enjoyed it. My favorite scene was with you and Tom Wilkenson talking on the porch. I will be recommending it.

Keep up the great work!
Natasha

Natasha | 2006-09-15 22:05:46

Zach -

I woke up this morning looking forward to seeing TLK after work.

Wow. Great job from A-Z. it had the same emotional authenticity as Garden State and every actor did a great job. The music was a home run too - as it help tell the story, just like it should.

You sir, are a breathe of fresh air...thanks for making movies that are smart and quirky and don't assume I am an idiot.

Kirsten
Seattle

PS - Blythe Danner should be bronzed.

Kirsten | 2006-09-15 22:07:28

I just returned from seeing your movie The Last Kiss with my boyfriend. I was so excited about it that i barely slept last night, and im still not tired because that movie was fantastic. all i can say is...wow. wooooowwwwww. you have, in my mind, taken film to a new level of honesty, and i think it is a work of genius. It was also a lot of fun to here you saying my name all the time. It was funny, incredibly depressing at times, and crudely honest, pure. I loved it!

I'm the first one that saw it to post a comment, sweet.

Jenna Gabehart | 2006-09-15 22:13:46

nevermind that last part, im an idiot that is too excited to look at an entire page before i add a comment.

Jenna Gabehart | 2006-09-15 22:15:38

Saw the movie, it was great. However, the subject matter did make me dwell on my own relationships. It didn't help that on the way home from the theater, I listened to Nick Cave. Did not help at all. Aside from my relating everything to my own life, it really was a good film and I think you made the right choice in choosing to do it. Somehow, even with all of the terrible things your character did, you still came out as a great guy. I think it may have had something to do with the sitting out in the rain all night. It couldn't possibly have had anything to do with the actor. Anyway, I don't have the time to do a proper review. Besides, I'm sure your ego will be stroked quite well without my further contribution. I have a French exam to study for. Not excited. Exams don't agree with my liver.

Mila | 2006-09-15 22:15:53

zach, zach, zach...my honest celebrity crush. i have never seen a man look better then you did in that film. i met you in person and you told me i was sweet because my cats name was andrew largeman. your sex scene with rachel was like the hottest thing i have ever seen. The music was incredible!!!! the ending could not have been better, like it was perfect...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and you my love were like the best performance i have ever seen. when you said nuts!!!!!!!! AHHHHHHHH i am going to see it again!!!!!!!! Love DEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

Deee | 2006-09-15 22:19:07

Zach! i saw the movie, it got me so emotional,

stephanie | 2006-09-15 22:21:56

I just saw TLK tonight. It was genuine, and beautiful. I don't know how else to say it. I really enjoyed your and Casey Affleck's performances, but the entire cast did a superb job. Thank you for making wonderful movies, and making movies wonderful!! :P

Erin | 2006-09-15 22:25:29

Zach!
This movie was amazing!!!!!
it was almost to real...i felt just like your character..the only thing that freaked me out was that i'm 21 and feelin that way! ha!

no really....great work, and great soundtrack! Maybe i'll be lucky enough to meet you one day...you have amazing work, and you have a great mind! Keep up the amazing work!!!!!! I can't wait for more!!!

best wishes!
bridgette from South Carolina

Bridgette | 2006-09-15 22:31:17

I saw "The Last Kiss" on Friday afternoon. It was amazing. I love that movie seriously everyone did an amazing job. I've been thinking about it all day but i don't want to write a rediculously long comment just trust me when i say i enjoyed it. The soundtrack is incredible i got that a couple days before i saw the movie. Also what's up with the film festival you said you might have on the site? Let me know more about it i would definantly be interested in something like that.

Alex K | 2006-09-15 22:35:02

zach - saw the last kiss tonight and thought it was amazing. even though your character played the bad guy, i found myself still loving you. maybe i'm biased, i don't know. but i honestly felt that your character would never cheat again. that he loved jenna with all his heart. my friends and i wanted to stay in our seats and watch the movie again. after it was over, we went to the local karaoke bar and i dedicated 'miss you' by the rolling stones to you.

karaoke man: "is zach here tonight?"
me: "no, he's in LA."

i thought i was so cool.

i've never looked so forward to seeing a movie than i did for the last kiss. and you delivered. great job man :)

lotsa love, ash

ash | 2006-09-15 22:38:19

Moved me, I loved it. It made me reconsider a lot of things. The only other movies to make me take that harsh a look at life were "Crash," and "Garden State." Coincidence?

Meryn | 2006-09-15 22:38:37

I'll never even have that.
The movie was well done. Much more... heartbreaking than I expected, but hey, life is tough.

Be glad you have what you do, Zach.
Be glad you are who you are.

Haha... like you need a motivational speech. :)

Have a nice day!

Haley | 2006-09-15 22:38:52

Hey Zach,

I know I'm not going to stun you by saying the movie is great. It really was though. Very real and very well done. Especially the scene where you and Jacinda Barrett duke it out in the apartment.

My husband and I always say that everything you touch turns to gold and this is no different. Garden State was amazing. Scrubs is amazing. All the music you recommend is amazing too.

It must be a cool feeling to know you've touched so many people's lives with your work. Keep it up - we can't wait to see what you'll do next!

Andrea

Andrea | 2006-09-15 22:43:42

So I just saw The Last Kiss and I can not even describe to you how much I loved it! I do not meat to be to dramatic, but I am in my upper twenties, and I often find myself feeling stuck and I panic about it too. I often wonder or is this it? No more surprises?! I totally know the feeling! It is depressing, but in some sick way it is somewhat comforting, because it is easy. When your character got involved with Kim, I was like %u201Cwhat the heck is this guy doing with this broad?%u201D but after I thought about it, I probably would have done the same thing. You freak out and react, and you don%u2019t think about what you%u2019re doing until it is too late. I think I might have gotten a smidge teary during the movie. You and the rest of the cast were fantastic.

Wow, I did not realize that I was going to get soo deep. Anyway Zach, not to be a total chode, but I have to tell you that I have enjoyed your acting for quite some time. You always crack me up in Scrubs! Also, I think your taste in music is impeccable. The Garden State soundtrack is one of my favorites. I think I like Let Go the best. The music in The Last Kiss was great too. I can%u2019t wait to pick up that disc. Oh, and just so you know, I was thoroughly impressed with Garden State. I think you did a great job all around & Natalie Portman was damn good too.

Congratulations on another fantastic film!

Joanna Kolton | 2006-09-15 22:50:33

Zach-

The movie was incredible. I can't describe how it made me feel. It was so true and so real. It was so moving. I can't wait to see it again. You were amazing in it too. You are so talented and I can't wait to see even more from you throughout your career. Good luck with everything.

Kate | 2006-09-15 22:52:37

Zach,

I saw it tonight! Congratulations on a wonderful film. I love how truthful it was. The scenes between you and Jacinda near the end were amazing................I was moved several times - at surprising moments. The scene with Chris and the baby on the couch....beautiful. Love the music too....especially the Aimee Mann song and the one at the very end. It's the kind of movie where I wanted to just sit and absorb at the end.....

As a fun aside, I live in the same town as Harold Ramis, and he was in the audience watching it with us. He had a great scene too!

Now is the time for you to enjoy! Congrats again.....

Erika | 2006-09-15 22:55:42

Zach,
I just got back from watching your movie... and the only thing that comes to mind is that it was real. It made me think of so many things in my life that make me feel trapped%u2014law school, interviews, job offers, and friends to name a few. It was truly a delight to take off a night from work to see such a great film. Thanks for keeping art and life in the theaters.

PS. I have to admit, I probably would have left Michael out on the porch until after it stopped raining.

PSS. Is the soundtrack available yet? I need a good late-night-Friday mix%u2026

Jesica Elianah | 2006-09-15 22:58:29

Zach,
Just saw Last Kiss. It was outstanding. Very complex, extremely real characters, with a profound message about the choices we make. Well done.
Molly

Molly | 2006-09-15 23:03:34

Part of me wants to comment at myspace, but then it feels so weird for me to say much of substance there. So I will comment here. I almost literally just got home from seeing the movie, having had to catch the very last showing at my local theatre, on account of I am packing to move to The Ohio State University (the 'The' is actually part of the title). So that's hectic but I couldn't miss the film.
I didn't cry, although I almost did several times. I am not very good at crying in theatres and it was late and anyway I think it is maybe not actually a crying movie. I'm having trouble deciding whether I liked the movie. I mean, it is an emotional, masterfully written and acted and just /created/ film, (sorry, I keep jumping between British and Americanish terms, it's a weird habit for a girl who has never been)... I related to the characters, maybe more than I even wanted to. But did I like it? I will say yes, but it isn't like Garden State, where you can just watch it again and again. I will likely as not see it again and more than once (especially on DVD) but it isn't, well, entertaining. It's more real than that. I laughed a lot (including at one inappropriate moment because my friend's cell began to vibrate and loudly) and cursed and told the Kim character to "shut up, shut up, shut up"! and I felt bad and weird and excited and in love and so... I guess, yes, I am moved.
I'm still torn on whether or not I really liked watching you in such a different role. Different is probably not the issue so much as likable. I don't dislike Michael, but neither do I have the warm fuzzies for him. Which is weird since pretty much everything I've seen you in I got the warm fuzzies for the character. But I did like him. I mean, prior to making a collosal mistake, he's pretty much what a girl looks for.
I did, however, have to detach myself from the horror of what was happening in the sex scene because it was way, way, way too hot to be all bothered with 'No you jerk what are you doing oh my God'. I apologize for the lusty staring but I was doing it. I even blushed. It was so hot. I mean seriously. I will admit, usually my attraction to you (which, come on, I've been commenting on your blog for two years now, lets be honest with myself) is not of the 'holy crap take me now' variety (more the 'Ahhh so cute and funny and talented and ... etc') Were I not taken and you for some reason had suffered a head injury and so were propositioning me, I'd so be there. Ahem!! Ignore that and we'll return to our regularally scheduled comment.
God, if there were ever I time I wish I could actually talk to you, discussing this movie is it. I know I talked here alot about how it made me feel but... I don't know! A crazy dream, but I'd just really like to speak with you.
♥ Thank you for continually sharing your talent with the world in high-quality films. Take care! I am off to finish packing and ... yay, I am leaving in eight hours. >.

Kim-chan | 2006-09-15 23:07:44

******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************OK-SO...now that ive had a few drinks and im finally calm....i talked to my sister as soon as she got out of the theaters in S.C. and we both said we loved how the relationships "arent sexy"....your relationship with jenna was the normal, on the couch/toothbrush/sweatpants reality and that it wasnt some glamourized hollywood take on love. it WASNT SEXY...it was so real....it was so fantastic....it was so heart wrenching...AH! how even tho you said kim meant nothing, you were so frustrated you went back to her anyways *which ill NEVER forgive you for doing* and you knew it was wrong from the look on your face....ugh! lets not talk about it, cuz im just gonna hate you again. just know that YOU made this movie an amazing experience, because i truly did feel like i was alone in that theater with you and jacinda or rachael or whomever. YOU made this movie.....so thanks....more later *CJ *Currently listening to: nothing cuz im emotionally drained from the movie and the wine, so im hitting the sheets

Christa J | 2006-09-15 23:08:58

Dear Zach:

Okay.

Peggy

Peggy | 2006-09-15 23:11:40

Hi Zach,
I just saw the film and it is still with me... Like a good book, I can't get the characters out of my head. I had a strong feeling I would respect the film after seeing Gardenstate. Having developed and experienced the long road it takes to complete a film it amazes me how true and thoughtful this one managed to be. It seems sometimes that a script can start with the best intentions yet how the film evolves with all the cooks in the kitchen somehow muddles it so it looses a part of what it began with. You seem to hold on to the heart of it with a simplicity and realistic depth really remarkably. It definitely has effected a 26 year old who is contemplating her life. I feel like less of an odd ball. I also again really enjoyed the soundtrack. Can't wait to see what you do next.
Best,
Jess

Jessica | 2006-09-15 23:22:38

Wow! What a great great film, and I mean that from the bottom of my heart. Great, touching, nuanced performances that left the audience not wanting the movie to end. Seriously. People just sat there, jaws on the floor. I really applaud the grit and true to life drama and emotion put into the relationships - it is so sad that in this day and age it seems more important to gloss things over in film rather than exploring the reality. The fight scences left everyone in the theatre squirming because they were so real and well acted. Very, very well done!

We are all proud!

PS- How much does Michael Weston kick ass??

Christine | 2006-09-15 23:27:41

I just got home from the theatre,
can i just say your amazing?
with a capital zing?
you are amaZING.

thank you.

i really loved the ending, at first i was all "noooooooooooo not the credits!"

but it worked.

the whole movie was fabulous and really moved me.

thanks.

Steph

ps-does this mean no more podcasts?
nooooooooooooooooo!

Stephanie Allison | 2006-09-15 23:27:45

i forgot to haiku you. Zach is amazing/ shoot, i always start like that/ meh, capital ZING./ HAIKU!

Steph

Stephanie Allison | 2006-09-15 23:31:47

Hey hun! I just wanted to let you know that ALL of your shows in Chicago SOLD out! I am NOT even kidding. I HAD to go get my tickets 3 hours before because all the other shows were sold out. The line were SOOO long. People came hours before the show to stand in line to see you. The movie was very moving... very FUNNY... a perfect role for you. Keep up the good work!

Raquel Cartwright | 2006-09-15 23:37:37

Hey there,

I went to go see this movie without really knowing what it was about. In fact, I'm pretty sure that had I known, I probably wouldn't have seen it. But this isn't a bad review or anything of the likes. I just would have been afraid, I suppose.

It hit me really hard. I think I needed it though. I have to say that I feel a hell of a lot better. I'm going through something similar with what the movie touched on. It helped me with the grieving process. I feel like it's worth letting go now.

What I just wanted to say was thank you. Your character allowed me to put a lot of things in perspective in my life. I feel like I walked away with a lot from The Last Kiss.

Sarah | 2006-09-15 23:38:41

I just came back from the theatre. I just want to say that you're amazing, and the movie was fabulous. It showed the truth about how relationships can falter and how they can heal. Amazing cast, and you did great. Thank you for giving us this movie.

Matt | 2006-09-15 23:45:20

I just went to see "The Last Kiss" tonight. Some of my friends wanted to go next week but I really wanted to see it in the opening weekend (per your request). It was so different than I expected, but I really enjoyed it. Top notch performance.

Amy Kuhn | 2006-09-15 23:49:30

I just came back from having seen the movie. I went with two of my friends, both stuck in relationships that were mirrored by your character's story. There were several moments whenI could see them shifting uncomfortably and I thought, "Wow. They must be hating this," but at the end before we walked out one of them said, "The part when the girl's father gives Zach Braff a speech, when he says anyone can say they love someone, but what it's really about is what you do for the people you love-- that was probably the sickest line I've ever heard from any movie, EVER."

I think these two morons might be able to salvage their relationship, partly because of the raw dialogue and honest nature of your film. I'm just really glad this didn't happen two years ago, when I probably would have taken then to see Closer. Somehow, I don't think it would have had the same effect.

Meg | 2006-09-16 00:02:35

i went to see the movie tonight and it was different than i expected, but i'm glad it was. i thought it was going to be kind of the typical love-ish movie, but it was harsher, it was truueee. all that fighting, i just sat there laughing to myself because that's exactly how it goes.. the way the guys are in the movie are exactly how guys really are. same for the girls. and of course the music was great.

tara | 2006-09-16 00:27:57

I saw the film today (Friday) and it is by far my favorite movie I have ever seen... certainly the best one out in theatres lately.
I don't really have words that could briefly describe my viewing experience (it would take many more paragraphs than I would like to force you to read), but I was truly moved by the story and the characters. I really understood where they were all coming from and it made me care more about them...watching the film was not so much really watching as being IN the film. I wanted it to go on longer, but I also felt that the ending was so hopeful and well done.
Thanks for putting out such a great movie, it's something I really needed--and definately well worth the price of admission!!

Serra | 2006-09-16 00:34:03

dear zach,

i just got back from the theater. i made my father come see the last kiss with me, one last thing we'll do together before i move away to college tomorrow. i don't know if that was such a good idea, though, because the amount of sex was a little excessive. even for me, not just my dad. i felt distracted from the characters as i focused on just what they were doing. even you started going at it! there was a lot, i think too much.

but, i am glad i brought my father. we talked the entire way home about the characters in this movie and the choices they made. he was disgusted with your character, just to let you know. micheal does not deserve for jenna to take him back, if that is what happens, so he says. but i felt a lot of compassion for your character. i can understand his confusion, his fear, and his need to preserve a life where he lives for himself. in fact, i believe i have a lot in common with micheal, because i myself have those same fears when it comes to a devoted relationship.

actually, i was able to connect to all of the characters, and the troubles they were having in their relationships. except the guy who was having all the sex. i don't even remember his name, because i didn't feel his character was that important. jimmy, i think? anyway, the main characters in this film drew me into them, and at many times i didn't know who i should pity more.

one thing that almost ruined the movie for me were a group of young girls sitting behind me that giggled throughout the entire movie. they must only identify you with scrubs, and therefore thought everything you do is hillarious. when jenna pulled the knife on you, and you stormed out, they erupted in laughter. i couldn't stop myself from bursting out "it's not funny!" but they didn't seem to care. there were some funny lines, and there was witty humor, which i enoyed, but when things got serious some people couldn't tell.

on the porch, after jenna gives micheal a plate of bread, there is a "zb & ts" (i think) carved into the post with a heart surrounding it. what does that stand for? just had to ask.

thank you for a very real movie. you gave a remarkable performance. you and your work continue to impress me. i am forced to think afterwards, about my views, my life. i appreciate that. not all art can do that. you have a wonderful talent. keep doing what you do!

-teresa

Teresa Souto | 2006-09-16 00:57:58

Just saw it! Great Great movie ... my kind of humour and definitely my genre of movie. The story definitely touched me as I personally went through something similar not so long ago.

Though I am beginning to feel that "being scared and not ready to take on the responsibility" seems to be this generation's excuse for mistakes and choices made in life ... not so sure how our world will be when we are old ....

personally ... still debating whether I would open the door for michael (even if it means he will catch pneumonia!)

V | 2006-09-16 01:18:35

sorry to say it but I agree with this review.

"The Last Kiss" is directed by Tony Goldwyn and written by Paul Haggis and based on the Italian movie "L'Ultimo Bacio." Unlike the Italian movie, this one is set in Madison, Wis., which has never looked more elegant or more temperate, or less Midwestern and fringy and bohemian than it does here. When a character mentions quitting his job at the cheese factory, I thought for a second he was referring to a cute gourmet shop. At one point, the protagonist refers to his girlfriend's breasts as her "breasts." Needless to say, no O's were flattened in the making of this picture.

That's not to suggest that Madison is not a nice place, just that "The Last Kiss" feels terminally generic and tone-deaf. An ensemble drama about four male friends warily facing adulthood at the advanced age of 29, the movie feels weirdly asynchronous. There's something about "Last Kiss," beginning with its eye-rollingly mournful title, that smacks of a previous generation's nostalgia for the salad days %u2014 a nostalgia that's been amply dramatized already. It's not that the guys seem too old to be clinging to adolescence, they just seem too young for all their sweater-clad grimness. The events may be on track, but the existential despair smacks of midlife. I kept waiting for Alan Alda to show up.

Zach Braff and Jacinda Barrett play Michael and Jenna, a couple who have just found out they are expecting a baby. This being Madison in the 21st century, Jenna's parents (played by Tom Wilkinson and Blythe Danner) thrill at the news, even though the kids aren't married yet. This being a minor nod to Barry Levinson's "Diner," however, Michael turns to stone at the mention of marriage (Jenna is reduced to calling it "the M-word"), even though they already live together in a large, catalog-decorated duplex next door to a gay, biracial couple and spend plenty of quality time with the virtual in-laws. Despite having been deeply imprinted by "thirtysomething," apparently as a small child, Michael actually lets phrases such as "I'll marry you when you can name five marriages that have lasted more than five years" escape his lips. Unfortunately for Jenna, the only couple she can come up with are her parents, Stephen, a psychiatrist, and his aptly named wife, Anna. And they aren't doing so well. Anna's constant demands for attention include asking such things as, "What would you do if I died?" (He: "I'd iron my dark suit.") Soon, she is moving out, looking up an old lover and sobbing on a treadmill.

If Michael is losing it, his friend Chris (Casey Affleck), with whom he works at a trendy architecture firm, is two steps ahead of him. Tortured by a harpy wife and a constantly screaming baby, Chris spends a lot of time in the bathroom contemplating divorce. Izzy (Michael Weston), meanwhile, is reeling from having been dumped by his girlfriend and wants to travel to South America on a motorcycle. (He eventually settles for an RV.) Meanwhile, Kenny (Eric Christian Olsen) bartends for a living, sleeps around for fun and turns heel and scrams at the slightest whiff of commitment.

At the wedding of a fifth friend, Michael is approached by a pretty college sophomore named Kim (Rachel Bilson), whose appearance at the event is never quite explained. ("My friends wanted to leave as soon as we got here," she tells him, as though they'd mistaken it for a bar and wandered in.) Kim takes Michael's mute stiffness as a sign to extend an invitation to meet her after class, which he stiffly accepts. All of this stiffness is meant to indicate Michael's guilt-ridden ambivalence, caught as he is between the "perfect woman" at home and the "little brunet" who keeps trying to lure him away, but it just makes him look like a passive-aggressive creep %u2014 as does, come to think of it, almost everything he does and says.

And what of Jenna and the other girls? Let's just say that the movie makes it clear that hormones and exhaustion/betrayal/disappointment don't mix. Jenna is cruelly divested of all of her romantic illusions in the span of a few days, but where the experience takes her is hard to say. Like her mother and her friends, she mostly just reacts. From menopausal mom to boy-crazy sophomore, the women in "Last Kiss" are so unstable, so needy and so reckless it's a wonder anybody survives them. They'll throw perfume bottles at your head. They'll show up at work and try to give you presents. They'll get crazy with the cutlery. They'll try to introduce you to their parents. Tierra del Fuego, here you come.

I could be wrong, but it seems unlikely that Michael's domestic and professional setup would elicit the same acute dread in people in their 20s as it did for their parents. The archetype of the vaguely-dissatisfied-successful-creative-professional-in-a-sweater-who-has-it-all-but-just-doesn't-know-it-yet is as moldy as they come; and fear of financial stability is not quite as rampant as it once was. In one scene, Michael accompanies Kim to a dorm and tells her "You make me feel 10 years younger." Is there really a 29-year-old guy on the planet who would say this to a teenager he wants to sleep with? If so, this is the movie for him. Maybe he'll be able to identify with Michael's fear of "no more surprises" too, now that the world is so full of such nasty ones.

Olivia | 2006-09-16 01:26:45

unfortunately i'm not be able to tell you what i think about the last kiss cause i'm italian so i have to wait it coming in italian theaters.
but i saw "l'ultimo bacio" directed by gabriele muccino few years ago, which is the original italian version of the movie, and please believe me zach when i tell you that i perfectly understand how much means the last kiss to you.
i can't wait to see the last kiss and i hope the distribution of the movie will include italy and if you could come here in italy to promoting the last kiss that will be amazing!!
don't worry about results cause hard work is always come back. you're so incredibly talented, god, kind person and everything is gonna be alright.
thanks for all zach.
take care and have a nice day.
hugs, grateful and total support from italy.
marinella

Marinella | 2006-09-16 01:56:56

Hey Zach,
I wish you good luck with "The last Kiss"
Here in Germany I have to wait to the November 16th untill I am able to see "The Last Kiss"
But I am very excited about the movie.
Already the Trailer looks very good!

Best wishes from Germany

Patrick

Patrick | 2006-09-16 02:04:55

Love your work Zach! Just have to wait an awfully long time (probably) before the movie reaches us here in Sweden!

Patrick | 2006-09-16 02:33:28

OK, I'm going to be honest. I'm a huge fan of your work, we've met several times (Columbia High School connection), and I was pretty excited to see The Last Kiss. I felt really let down by it. I'm going to post here the little review I typed up for my own website (linked above). As a fellow filmmaker, I know that you won't take this personally and that you recognize that everyone is entitled to their own opinion - in fact, debate about these types of films is great!

I just got back from seeing The Last Kiss with Meira at the Arclight.
I went in expecting big things. I walked out dissapointed. There were three key reasons for my dissapointment:
1) I didn't buy Rachel Bilson's character falling for Braff's character so quickly.
2) Where are Braff's parents?
3) It was tough to differentiate the Zach Braff in Garden State from the Zach Braff in this. Sure, it was a different storyline, but he essentially played the same character. In fact, some of his lines were so reminiscent of Garden State that I had to stifle laughter.

Also, it was such an indie-feeling film that it almost felt wrong to have such big names.

Of course, not all was bad. Blythe Danner's acting was impecible and her character was by far the most interesting in the film. If only we could have seen more of her! That's not to say, though, that we didn't see her at all. In fact, though it's primarily billed as Braff and Bilson starring, The Last Kiss is very much an ensemble cast. And that helped it, a lot.

The one Braff moment that I really found true and meaningful and enjoying comes near the end, as his girlfriends' father drives by and smiles. I guess you have to see the film to get it, but if it could have been filled with 110 minutes worth of those moments... we'd have a keeper. Right now - it's nowhere near.

Which is especially dissapointing because of my feelings towards Braff's work in general. I think he's a great actor and usually commend him on choosing only worthy projects. This one seems like they stopped re-writing after the first draft. With 20 more drafts, this could have developed into a fantastic film. As is - no thanks!

Dan Lange | 2006-09-16 02:45:23

So glad to experience a film that had its characters speaking dialogue filled with raw emotion. I shudder at the thought of what the film would have been like if the wrong people had been involved--cardboard characters spouting one-liners one cliche after another. "The Last Kiss" has certainly left its mark.
Zach, with each new project we get to discover a new creative layer of yours. How fortunate we are to be witness to this. And, of couse, we're so damn lucky that you take time to communicate with us.
Peace and love right back at ya.

Keiko | 2006-09-16 02:58:25

Hey zach! i just saw the last kiss and i was really surprised by its content. I thought it was gonna be a great date movie, but it turned out to be more than that! I really thought the movie showed the heartfelt reality of common relationships. The acting was awesome and your subtle humor was hilarious in the film. Keep up the great work dude. =)
A Fan,
Anna

Anna Fong | 2006-09-16 03:04:26

i really liked it zach. i dont want to go into a big schpeel about character dev. or deeper meaning but i will say that, for me, the most powerful part of the movie was the "goodnight" sequence with the Imogen Heap song playing. it got very quiet in the theatre--which was full--and her voice just fit.

thanks for making a great movie and keep in touch.

brad

brad | 2006-09-16 04:28:06

hi zach,

just got the Last Kiss OST from the US, cause i couldn't find
it in any shops here in Germany..dude you have to do something about that ;)
can't wait to see the movie...although the german synchro is not bad, i really prefer to see it in english. anyway, i'm going to see it here in germany, cause i really want to support that movie..
keep on with your great work and i'll spread the word about you in good old germany.
like sebastian said, it's about time for a zb community over here.
thanks so much for that wonderful soundtrack.
cheers
stefan

Stefan | 2006-09-16 05:33:16

Zach,
EXTREMELY well done. My husband and I left the theatre quite impressed by the splendid performances, poignantly gripping relationships, and harsh realities that make this film a true WINNER! Since Garden State, we have been waiting for another stellar movie and this is it!

Keep on doing what you do best -- capturing delightfully authentic characters and the sometimes painful reality of life.

Best regards for continued accolades and success,
Wendy

Wendy Maraska | 2006-09-16 05:48:25

Hey Zach,

I cant believe how many people have posted from Germany! My girlfriend and I live in Germany too. I'm jealous of her, because tomorrow she's flying back to the states for two weeks. She gets to go see the movie, and I have to wait until November. Oh well, I'm sure it'll be worth it.

Greetings from Germany,

Trent

Trent | 2006-09-16 05:53:50

My friend and I have been waiting since theend of June when we first saw a preview for "The Last Kiss" to go and see it and we finally got to last night. I think that it is an awesome movie....it lived up to everything that I thought that it would! Congratulations.

Mel | 2006-09-16 06:02:11

Hey you!! When's The Last Kiss gonna open in Australia?! Your MySpace trailers have been intellectually teasing me and it's just eye candy waiting to be consumed hehe!!

Best of luck at this weekend's opening!!

Much love and gigglez from Down Under,
dorina

dorina | 2006-09-16 06:19:28

wow zach you make that film sound so cool cant wait to see it but i dont know when it will be out in england by the way your so cool in scrubs and so funny.

kyle stranaghan | 2006-09-16 06:33:01

Hey!!! I just saw The Last Kiss lastnight it was great! It kept me watching the whole time and was emotional and funny, great movie with great actors Thanks for making it :)

Kyle :) | 2006-09-16 06:47:38

hello i'm french so exuse my langage
i watch your serie in france i love it and the song is very good
good luck for your continuation

and thank you for your blog

manon; 14 years old | 2006-09-16 06:48:50

Hey Zach,
You don't even need to tell me to see this movie!! I've wanted to see it ever since I first heard about it, which was quite a while ago. I will see it, even if it's not on the opening weekend, I will definitely see The Last Kiss. Keep up the great work in all you do.
Thanks,
Rae

Rachel | 2006-09-16 06:55:56

Hi Zach! I saw "The Last Kiss" last night. I wanted to see it b/c the story line was so reflective of my life right now. My four year relationship with my ex ended earlier this year b/c I was ready to get married & move forward in our relationship but he wasn't. To this day, I don't know if he just didn't want to get married OR if he didn't want to get married to ME. He has since moved on & is now dating a 21 year old girl that just graduated from college! I turned 30 years old this year and I would like to get married someday. Marriage is a very scary concept but I don't think that once you get married, your life is over and you can't have fun anymore. However, it does take a lot of work. Like it was said in the movie, its not enough to just tell someone that you love them - it's more of how you treat the people that you love. I thought the movie was great. Jacinda was amazing - her acting was incredible - I really could feel her anger & her pain. It made me think about what I would do if I was in her situation. I also liked how the movie wasn't all serious. There was definitely some comedy in it as well. I totally cracked up when you farted in the movie. I hope that wasn't for real :)

Beth | 2006-09-16 06:59:44

Hey Zach, so I saw the movie last night and I'll give you a full report, haha.

I saw the movie here in the midwest and about 3/4 of the theater was full, which is good cause a lot of movies I go to don't have it that full the first weekend even. The theater even had the "red rope" to organize the crazy Last Kiss crowds, haha. There was mostly younger people in my theater but I live in a college town so thats expected. There were some older couples there as well.

The movie itself I personally loved! The fight scenes between Michael and Jenna were intense and evne uncomfortable at times but it rang very true to how fights really are in real life. I loved the ending personally because the idea that Jenna would just be perfect and content with him once again would be so cheesy and untrue cause she is strong woman but I like that she left the door open, she's trying. Your character was like the devil's spawn in my mind at some points in the movie but hey I hate cheaters, haha. The only complaint I have is that because they're were 5 couples I didn't get to really know some of them. I would of loved more of Casey Affleck's relationship in there and even Weston's character too. Anyway I'll stop rambling. I liked the movie very much, and I mean that honestly, some of my friends didn't but I have some very conservative friends who don't like seeing naked people or fighting so whatever. Good job and I hope it does well!!!!!

P.S. Jacinda Barrett was WAY better than I expected! She was awesome in this movie almost to the point where I'm glad Rachel McAdams couldn't make it! Loved her acting!

Abby | 2006-09-16 07:03:35

Well, you did a great job. I really enjoyed the film, and it stayed pretty close to the Italian version, which I was glad to see.
My boyfriend and I were laughing at the times when it seemed like we were watching ourselves on screen, which was through most of the film. Hopefully there'll be more ads out so more people can find out about it -- it didn't seem like there was a ton of advertising in Chicago.

Are you weirded out that everyone has seen you super up close on the big screen? We could see your chest hair!

Jen | 2006-09-16 07:03:58

Like Christa J., I have also calmed down. Obviously it was a good movie, I like movies that move me. But it did creep me out a little about Zach Braff the person, although it's none of my business, it just seemed so easy for you to lie to her. Yes, of course you're acting. People think of acting as lying but I think it is actually channeling Truth. Plus you used one line that you used in Garden State, in both cases, when you were trying to reassure a woman before doing something wrong (leaving, in Garden State), you grabbed her face and said "Look at me!" You probably don't realize you did that, I'm sure it was ad libbed. It had a small negative impact on my crush on you. It also made me nervous in general about how men so often lie to women out of fear. The actors really were great, especially Michael Weston, Tom Wilkenson, and Blythe Danner, of course. I loved that Jenna took a knife to you, that was very real, and Kim making the mix CD was the classic pathetic thing. It was crappy watching your character take advantage of two women. It also made me sad how women compete for men, but we are the majority of the population, at least in this country where they don't kill babies just for being female like they do in the Eastern parts of the world. Yes, a good movie and I did already recommend it to someone but it made me go home and eat too much so now I'm going to the gym.

Anna C. | 2006-09-16 07:20:54

Zach,
You have once again amazed me. My life was touched after Garden State, and after seeing The Last Kiss last night, I now understand even more about the world. It was a beautiful movie, and you portrayed your character with perfection. Congratulations, Zach. Never stop being wonderful!
Love, Irena

Irena | 2006-09-16 07:21:09

Just wanted to let you know..."The Last Kiss" was definitely SOLD OUT here in New York City last night...my friends and I had to get tickets to a later showing! Kind of a pain, but I was glad to see so much interest in your movie...and it was worth staying later for. I loved it, haven't seen a good movie that is entertaining and also makes you think in a while...I really enjoed it, thanks for making it!

new yorker | 2006-09-16 07:21:45

Hi Zach, greetings from a fellow member of the NU Class of '97 (Tech). Went to see 'Last Kiss' last night with my husband. It was a great film, but that is not really a good description of my reaction. I loved all the funny bits, but was teary-eyed through a good portion of the movie. It touched on a lot of things I find myself thinking about lately, now that I'm about to enter my 30s, and now that I've been married for a couple of years and observing our friends who are mostly either married (some w/ children *shudder*) or "still searching for the 'right' one". Btw, the frat party scene made me feel so old! Those parties were so fun, back in the day. Anyway, good luck with the film - I hope it does really well. Enjoying the soundtrack also. Peace out and keep up the good movie work. Looking forward to the new season of Scrubs, too.

-AJ Smith

Alicia Jaeger Smith | 2006-09-16 07:37:08

I took a group of friends to the movie last night. It was everything that I expected of you, Zach. Tony Goldwyn did a wonderful job, and so did everyone in the cast. I hated Racel Bilson's character, and I cried for Jacinda Barret's. And I TRULY hated your character. Although, very nice sex scene.

Thank you Zach, for adding great movies to my life, and many others, as well.

Kally | 2006-09-16 07:58:17

Hey Zach,

Saw "Last Kiss" at a TimeOut NY preview showing and it definitely struck a chord. I felt it was bruttaly honest, un-self conscious, and is the type of movie that leaves you stumbling out of the movie looking at the choices you've made (and have yet to make). Nice script-picking, there... Looking forward to seeing what's next for you. And, as always, excellent soundtrack crafting. Kudos on that. I keep finding we have nearly indentical musical tastes, even in the more random musicians.

Best,
-Scott
Brooklyn, NY

Scott | 2006-09-16 08:13:57

Hi Zach,

My wonderful husband of five years (today is our anniversary!) saw the movie last night and have hardly stopped talking about it. Being huge fans of Scrubs and Garden State, we knew it was going to be good if you were attached to it, but we were still surprised by just how good it is. So incredibly honest and real - why is that so hard to find on screen these days, at least in bigger budget pics - and emotional. The writing was superb, never cliche and the acting, top notch. I never felt like I was watching Zach Braff or Blythe Danner, but just Michael and Anna. When Anna grabs Tom's shoulder in the closet, I literally felt the grip she had on him. What an emotional scene that rings so true to anyone who's felt wronged by their loved one. Thank you for doing this movie, Zach.

Take care,
...annie

PS - Hubby and I are wedding photographers (don't laugh ;) so we were especially thrilled to see a photographer snapping away during the wedding scene. Something else you never see in the movies! :)

Annie | 2006-09-16 08:28:36

Zach,
I saw the movie last night and loved it...I'm actually considering seeing it again today no joke! I loved your character, then hated your character and then loved him once again. The characters were awesome and the actors chosen were perfect Rachel Bilson and Jacinda Barrett were perfect opposites, but similar sometimes too.The whole burned cd was so desperate. I aslo loved the different plots connecting especially blythe danner's relationship(s). The whole cast did an unbelievable job. I had already fallen in love with the soundtrack but it was perfect in the movie!! Tony Goldwyn did an awesome job, the scenes of you waiting on the porch were amazing and the part where it showed all the different couples saying goodnight was clever. I truly loved the movie, seriously good choice on the role!It was real, it really was the truth of what happens now with marriage ( I loved the line about finding three couples that lasted more than five years...and then the forshadowing of the parents realtionship). The ending was a little dissapointing but perfect at the same time.You were awesome on regis and kelly, conan (was hilarious) and ellen. Anywyas, I loved and can't wait for your next film...maybe you could film it in toronto this time!
Good luck on you opening weekend (the theatre was like 4/5 full maybe even 5/6)

Best Wishes from Canada,

Mackenzie

Mackenzie | 2006-09-16 08:52:32

I saw The Last Kiss last night in your old hood, Evanston. The theater was packed. It was the only movie that had a line. I couldn%u2019t wait until the film%u2019s opening. As someone who turned 30 this year I was especially intrigued. It was extremely refreshing to watch a film where I felt an instant connection and ability to relate. It%u2019s a definite shot of reality to watch you and Kim interact. I think most 30 year olds are going to watch that frat scene and get this weird reality check. Even though we cling to the idea (at least I do) that I%u2019m not grown up and I am ultimately the same person I was back in college, life is sooo different now. Wow. I sometimes have a hard time subscribing to the %u201Cthe world doesn%u2019t always operate in black and white%u201D philosophy. Seems like an excuse. But I think it%u2019s true. I wanted to hate Michael at the end of the film, but I couldn%u2019t. My husband and I had some great conversation after watching.

By the way, Jacinda Barrett was cast perfectly (was Jenna really going to be played by Rachel McAdams?). She did an amazing job. I only wish we could have seen more from her point of view.

I love that your facial expressions speak more than any words %u2013 you could read every thought in the opening sequence. A great way to start the film. I was disappointed with the dialogue exchange with you and Tom Wilkinson. It came off very contrived - I think I noticed it because it was such a pivotal point in the movie. The acting, overall, was amazing. Great film. Great cast. Great soundtrack. Coincidentally, we are seeing Snow Patrol at the Riv tonight. What%u2019s with the radio killing them? Can%u2019t tell you how much I%u2019ve loved your work since the first season of Scrubs. I love that I can watch Scrubs and want to talk about it afterward and then can watch your film and want to talk about it, but the conversation is completely different. Thank you.

Stella | 2006-09-16 09:37:20

Zach,
Excellent movie. Not only did I have tears in my eyes but it also stuck with me. You're a beautifully fantastic actor. Congrats on this gorgeous movie! The whole cast was perfect - I loved all the stories in one.
Excellent!!! Would love to see it again.
Thanks for sharing your talents with us!

- Megan

Megan Pratt | 2006-09-16 09:42:20

Hey Zach,

What a great movie! The story pulled me in, and I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. How about that acting! You did a great job. And of course, the soundtrack kicks major ass. I especially liked the scenes with the Imogean Heap song. It fit the mood of the film so well. Keep up the good work.

Jeremy | 2006-09-16 09:59:12

Wow. What a great movie. I loved "GS," but this definetely blew it away. The supporting cast was awesome, especially the parents, Tom Wilkinson and Blythe Danner.

I loved the story and how much it made you think. Very good script. Also, I have to say Zach, this is probably the best work that I've seen, IMO, from you. The whole role of the jerk was very good, and especially the last 30 minutes. I also loved the directing, Tony did an awesome job. I'm guessing you helped with the music since it was a lot of people from GS, and this sndtk. was awesome as well.

Will be buying this for sure on DVD. Top 3 movie for me.

Pat | 2006-09-16 10:06:48

Hey Zach--
I love Last Kiss...I left the theatre trying to dry my eyes! I went Friday....I had plans to go see it this Sunday before my friends and I saw Snow Patrol/Augustana that night---but I just couldn't wait! I even went alone! I went super early in the day on Friday--I had the day off and all my friends, etc were either at work or college so I was like screw it, I'm not waiting! I wasn't expecting you to be such an asshole in the movie...but you were like the kind of asshole that you still care about, that you want to win. Even after sleeping with Kim. Sleeping on the porch was a powerful part of the movie...The ending was great. Some movies are so great and then it all gets lost cause of a crappy ending. But the Last Kiss was wonderful. What a great cast too! I'm glad that Michael Weston was such a key part of the movie too. I love you in the movie...but I was glad that it really showed all of the character's lives. Cause Michael Weston is for sure a good actor & I loved him in Garden State, so I was glad to see him have more lines this time! The movie was so honest. And I liked that the most. It didn't pretty-up any situation. It was just life---what would really probably happen in those situations.
The whole cast. Brilliant.

Even though I already saw it yesterday---I think my friends and I are still going to see it again on Sunday before the Snow Patrol show!! And I was so pumped when the movie started out with "Chocolate"!!!!!!

Kelly | 2006-09-16 10:07:52

First time contributor...

Flipping through the posts and there isn't nearly enough representation from Canada.

I have your back in Vancouver, BC...a place that a mind like yours would no doubt flourish. I hope it already has, if not, plans to...

This post was inspired by your spread in GQ - you look great in Burberry!

I hope you are as down to Earth as so much of this world is claiming. Our generation needs your contribution - thanks so much, on our behalf.

Warmest Regards,

Jacob
28 Yrs
Vancouver, BC - CANADA

Jacob | 2006-09-16 10:10:21

Oh. My. God.
Zach, your movie was absolutely phenomenal.
You did an amazing job, I was in awe.
The script was great, I loved the mix of comedy and drama.
The music matched so well with the movie, and I'm planning on buying the soundtrack.
I hope this movie does well, because it was the best movie I have seen in years.

Brianne | 2006-09-16 10:17:00

I got my whole team to go see the movie last night! Excelent film, ton's of people in my school have seen it, so I'm betting it will be in the theatre's for quite a while in RI. The soundtrack is awesome too, congats.

Carrie from Rhode Island

Carrie | 2006-09-16 10:24:47

i saw the movie last night and i have to say that it was really good. i saw it with a guy friend of mine (he just broke up with his girlfriend) and i had just recently been through a situation similar to jenna's in the movie and i really felt everything she was going through. jacinda barrett did a really really good job. haha i have to admit, this was the only time that i've ever wanted to hit rachel bilson in the head.

i have to say that it really made me think about relationships in general...all of hte emotions were there; they were real. nothing was super romanticized like in most studio pictures and i really appreciated that.

i want to congratulate you. i'm not going to lie, your story stole the show; i thought there was going to be deeper looks into the other friends' lives but it wasn't like i wasn't entertained by yours or blythe danner's (she was spectacular, as always). haha my friend put it best, "it just clearly shows you how stupid guys are; he went back to his girlfriend, told her everything, then went and fucked the slut anyway, and FINALLY realized what he did was wrong"...congrats on such good acting and i can't wait to see open hearts and the new season of scrubs

i loved it- good job :) love, eugenia

eugenia santaella | 2006-09-16 10:29:11

Zach; I just saw 'The Last Kiss' yesterday afternoon! ..and absolutely loved it! I found it to be brilliant and very real - something that everyone can relate too. I'm actually going to see it again tomorrow night in Toronto =]

Kelly | 2006-09-16 10:29:13

I saw the 7p showing of "The Last Kiss" last night and I thought it was a beautiful film. Well done!!!

::c:: | 2006-09-16 10:31:32

Hey Zach,

So I saw "The Last Kiss" last night with 6 of my friends and Oh. My. God. I sincerely, honestly, no bullshit, loved every single second of it. I was so moved by the realism of it, that I can't seem to shake it -- I keep thinking about it and talking about it. Thank you for making this movie -- you should be very, very proud of it. I just thought I would come on here and share my appreciation with you. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

-- A Happy Customer :-)
Sarah

Sarah | 2006-09-16 10:46:30

Z - Great movie. Hit a little close to home though. I just got out of a relationship (not marriage, or kid though) like the one Casey Affleck was in. I wish the movie great success. I'm on my way out to get the soundtrack right now. BTW - I saw it at 8pm last night and the theater was totally full.

Also, I am really curious which christian band you met at the airport, any way you can let me know?

Josh Johnson | 2006-09-16 10:50:13

I saw The Last Kiss last night...loved it! And once again it seems to have a kick ass soundtrack. Keep it up!

Sandy | 2006-09-16 10:56:50

I got my boyfriend to see your movie with me last night because he heard Rachel Bilson gets naked (closet OC fan, party of one!), and we were both blown away. This is the best, most REAL movie I've seen in ages and I can't wait to add the DVD to my shelf, right next to Garden State. Blythe Danner was a wonderful addition to the cast.

Julia | 2006-09-16 11:00:16

I SAW THE MOVIE LAST NIGHT AND I LOVED IT. IT WAS VERY REAL AND YOU DID AN AMAZING JOB PLAYING MICHAEL. THE BEST PART IS YOUR REACTION WHEN JACINDA BARRET CALLS YOU A SLUT, THE WHOLE THEATRE CRACKED UP. IT WAS PERFECT. YOUR PERFORMANCE WAS ALSO REALLY GOOD RIGHT BEFORE MICHAEL GOES TO KIMS HOUSE. ID SEE THE MOVIE AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN...
CANT WAIT FOR SCRUBS!

mary from london, ON

mary | 2006-09-16 11:19:52

Will this movie be shown in German theaters? If so then how long do I have to wait? I'm so keen on watching it!! Zach Braff is a genius! Scrubs roxx!!

P.S.: Ihre Frau hat einen schönen Busen ;-)

Herman the German | 2006-09-16 11:31:02

I saw the movie at 7:50 last night. I got there early, which was a really good thing because the second after I sat down in my seat a flood of people came in, resulting in a packed theater. I absolutely LOVED the movie. I felt like it provoked a lot of emtion in me. I found myself wanting to shout things like, "YOU GO JENNA!" or "Awwwww!!" I held it in, the only thing I did find myself chanting out loud was, "Tell her, tell her, tell her!" My friend gave me weird looks, but... I don't care. The movie was SOOO real. There were a couple of parts where I could seriously relate and I'd think to myself, "Heh, wow, how many times has that happened to me?" Everything was just perfect. I walked out of that theater sooo happy. Congrats, Zach!!

Christie J. | 2006-09-16 11:49:16

I saw The Last Kiss yesterday afternoon. I am a huge fan of Garden State and loved every detail about it (the music, cinematography, wardrobe, its honesty). I didn't know if I'd like The Last Kiss as much, but I have to say I did. I cried like a baby during the Jenna and Michael fight. It was so honest and raw, it didn't feel like a movie (besides the arguement being between 2 beautiful people). I am 25 so I'm in the midst of my "Garden State" twentysomething crisis and on the cusp of my "Last kiss" thirtysomething crisis. The movie was amazing!! I told all my friends who I introduced to Garden State that they have to go see this movie. Another job well done for Zach Braff!!

Theresa | 2006-09-16 11:56:33

I want to start off by saying that I had seen L'Ultimo Bacio and the only thing I didn't love about it was the reconciliation between Giulia and Carlo. I hated that he never came clean and didn't understand why a woman that exhibited such conviction in throwing him out would take him back so easily. I was thrilled to see the changes made in the English version. Jenna and Michael brought the depth to that scene that was lacking in the original. The movie was everything I'd expected and then some. I plan to see it again. Thanks!

Ann | 2006-09-16 12:00:47

Best of luck with it Zach. I'll be going to see it when it's released here in Ireland.

Anthony | 2006-09-16 12:01:44

ANOTHER POST ALL THE WAY DOWN HERE:

I saw the movie last night in Austin; I hope it does well. I saw a 10:05 showing and the theater was about 3/4 full. Anyways, I'm pulling for this film to make a nice dent in the box office.
As far as the movie itself, i loved it. I loved it in that it felt very real. Dialogue was awesome. And you definitely get to show a lot of intensity and range with your character, so nice job. The ending was perfect by the way. I read an interview in which you discussed an epilogue scene that you shot. I'm glad it was left out because this way it avoids coming off as too cheesy.
Oh, and my girlfriend says she liked the part where you were wearing green and waiting on campus for rachel bilson's character. She liked that you looked like foliage and blended in with the trees and made everything 10 times more awkward.
And speaking of awkward....Conan O'Brien...when artie got mad that he didn't see beer league? That was awesome.
So, congratulations on the film. Congratulations on scrubs being syndicated. Best of luck with Open Hearts! And if you're ever going to be in Austin, post it on this site first so I can wear a green shirt and awkwardly wait by some trees and maybe say hi.

Hussain | 2006-09-16 12:06:54

I saw the movie Friday night and I really enjoyed it. It hit close to home for me as I am going through the similar situation as the main character. I thought is was very true to life and realisitic. I couldn't wait for the movie to come out and I am glad I went and saw it.

Thanks from a big fan.
Carin

Carin Bidwell | 2006-09-16 12:17:03

Definitley M&Mazzingg!! Its such a nice feeling to wait for a movie to come out for soo long, and not be disappointed when it finally does! For sure worth the wait!! The cast is fantastic! Could not have been better! I You did a tony the tiger great job and never change...you make it still worthwhile to go to the movies....

xoxo
M.L.E.

Emily | 2006-09-16 12:38:46

I liked it -- it was honest.

Charissa | 2006-09-16 12:55:08

ZAch "the Super Fantastic" Braff

Great movie. You were great and I loved the ending. It was even better because it opened on my Birthday. So it was a great birthday gift for me anyway.

It is a must see again....so as long as it says in the theathers I will keep on seeing it.

Thanks for making movies I want to see!!
You are just Super Fantastic!!!
Noelle

noelle | 2006-09-16 12:56:18

tickets ready and reseved lookin forward to seeing movie the trailer looked cool speciaally with your narration at begining

devane | 2006-09-16 12:59:30

That was one of the best movies I have seen in a long time. Your movies are so real and have a quality most movies lack now. Keep making great movies!

Jess | 2006-09-16 13:01:10

Went to see yer film last night. Thoroughly enjoyed it, it was very honest. It wasn't the slightest bit pretentious or obvious, like every other movie that tries to mix love and comedy (the so called rom-com, anyone else hate that term?) It was very heartfelt, although me and my girlfriend did end up arguing on the walk back to the car, because I shushed her. Anyway Zach, good job - great acting and as expected soundtrack picks were tasty. Well done.

Fred | 2006-09-16 13:08:23

Hey Zach, I watched the last show last night for the Last kiss. Seeing you on screen without your scrubs on was a little weird at first, but i managed to remove JD from my mind for a while. Halfway through the movie i really hated you for the choices you made as Michael. It was a broken sort of love story, where i could actually see myself as Jenna if i were in the same situation. You made me (and hte rest of the packed theatre) laugh, cry and even gasp - great movie.

Maybe you could've done a sweatier sex scene with rachel, heh. Perhaps the DVD will bless us with that, what'd'u'say?

~ Amna

Amna | 2006-09-16 13:36:40

Howdy. I tend to watch movies that have this sort of style a bunch. So I thought I might critique it, I'll go with the story in the beginning and then I'll hit the characters and their actors.

As far as the story - its good to see something imaginative, well, original - in that it had "choices" I'm not 20 yet, so maybe I haven't seen enough movies, but I thought this one was imaginative, BUT it felt like it used to be a book. Like everything was trying to be compiled within those two hours. It felt just a tad bit rushed, and maybe thats because of the character development. I didn't really think it went well through. The reason Garden State is my favorite movie, partly, is because of the great transitions, the opening scene builds personality so quick - it just feels good to jump in that way and not beat around the bush.

The Last Kiss didn't seem to have much of an"intro" to the movie, or something we could cling onto throughout the whole movie, it feels like a completely different movie at the end. Although the theory/philosophy calls for it, it doesn't feel like theres too much contact with the viewers.

Like with your character - the story really doesn't show the motivations for your actions - personality wise. In theory, you don't want your life to end with a contract. I can understand that, but personality really wasn't built very well.

Then I thought the concept of Kim was pushed a bit too hard, maybe pushing the theory/philosophy of choices more would have helped the movie transition more - I just thought that we saw too much of Kim.

Its hard to keep all the characters intact and together throughout the movie because you have so many of them. Like the two who end up going down south - you don't really hear from them later on - it helps in transition, but in theory I can totally see that its a like a sign of being let go - being free, not binded, but I think it could have been better.

Acting was great, I loved it, except bits of Jacinda, and it was pretty minor, like every once in a while you can hear her brit accent through the american one.

The ending bugged me too, like in theory again - it totally works, but it just doesn't feel like an ending to the viewer....more like an ellipse ;)

Last (hee hee; pun) but not least, I thought that the comedic parts really kind of blew the mood away. In garden state you kept a mood of apathy throughout the movie but then it hits transitions. Its like having a romantic scene and having Richard Simmons pop out and offer you an Ice mocha coca latte frappe with pimp juice - just ruins the mood.

But good stuff, I loved the concept and I'm glad you joined up on this film.

You should get sad soon - I wanna see more scriptwriting. Take pains, be perfect. Adieu.

MJ | 2006-09-16 13:42:10

Mea Culpa. I posted an open letter to you, Zach, on my blog earlier this week. I loved 'Garden State' and went to see 'The Last Kiss' today. Job well done.

As a child of divorce as a result of infidelity, this movie spoke to me. Loving someone isn't enough- and the line in the film that addresses this (it's what you do with that love and how you show it that counts) was brilliant. I can't say enough good things about the film. Sincerely.

Congratulations...And Thank you.

D.

Le Duck | 2006-09-16 13:50:58

I saw the movie yeterday (friday) and I thought it was fantastic! I was so thrilled to see it. I can't wait to go see it again. It has been the highlight of a very long summer. Congratulations Zach, you did it agian! (and not in the Britney Spears way!)

amazing!

Janice Hyde | 2006-09-16 14:02:49

Just saw the movie last night: overall a B grade? The main factor for this: the characters being not all too predictable in their self-absorbed/immature world and giving their personalities different levels. Not to say that I necessiarly forgave Michael for his childish ways(not like The Last Kiss would allow you to do that)-but theres too much of predictable endings/decisions in characters in movies now; so I ultimately ended up appreciating The Last Kiss.
Hit and miss:
Rachel Bilson did absolutely nothing for this movie, her appearance just seemed clumsy and slightly awkward--but maybe that was the point.
Blythe Danner was great- I just wish there was more of them (jennas parents) rather than incomplete issues with some of Michael's friends. The movie wouldve been so much easier to watch if the viewers didnt have to deal with the over spent time on his friends-and the transitions from them to the main characters seemed choppy.
And micheal being an architect-bored of-his-life: somewhat cliche.
But for most of these misses there was a perk or hit: i.e.: the prius, the shins poster in jennas room, the "sparkling water" joke, etc.
overall target that: most viewers being able to appreciate the seriousness of relationships in the movie because of mostly-great acting, even though i feel as though the "Im bored of my overly predictable life" is a coverup for the flaws of Michael's immaturity and unwillingness to grow up

Jill | 2006-09-16 14:21:18

I saw it today. I found it amazing and I'm never dissappointed with your work. Last Kiss is a good movie and i would recommend it to anyone. Thank you Zach for all the work you do and I cant wait to watch you on Scrubs this season.

Ashley Mayes | 2006-09-16 14:38:24

I just saw the last kiss last night and i loved it. you were amazing, as always, and the movie as a whole was great.. Very true to life, like you said (on conan...and ellen. in case you can't tell i think you're amazing and adorable and the greatest actor out there right now.

oh and ps---i just read that you graduated from northwestern.. I'm applying to colleges this year and have been considering it, and knowing that you went there really puts it on the map for me:)

keep up the good work on scrubs and everything, you're the best!!!

Jamie | 2006-09-16 14:41:20

I saw The Last Kiss this afternoon. I absolutely loved it. Four years into my relationship I was the one who made the bad choice and was forgiven. Two years later we have created something new. I loved Blythe Danner's line about life being mostly in the gray areas. It was so great to see a movie that gets it right. It isn't all about some romantic lust - an idealized version of how great it will all be if you just find that perfect person. Love is what you do. It isn't always fun or clear. Thanks for making such a real and honest movie. The high expectations were definitely met.

Sarah W | 2006-09-16 14:46:17

Zach,

It was a sunny day in New Jersey, the first we've had in a while. Everyone was walking around the park, and shopping. I crept into the movie theater at 1:45pm - and I was the only soul willing to give up the sun for the movie! I have never been the only person in a theater before! But it made the experience that much better.

I.LOVED.THIS.MOVIE.

I was sucked in immediately. I over-indentified with each character in some way. I thought the women were phenomenal and accurate. I thought the guys were phenomenal and accurate.

The music was terrific - and like someone else said here, I only wish it had carried through more. At times I felt it was a little too obvious a moment of, "Listen to this cool song" and stayed separate from the story line. For some reason, GS had the opposite affect. But regardless, I loved the songs. I already owned most of them anyway because of your recommendations.

My god. I walked out of the theater with a dazed look on my face. I called up my friend, and said, "You need to go see this movie. HOLY SHIT."

I will see it again. This time in the experience of a packed theater.

I loved it.
Loved it.

smiling | 2006-09-16 14:46:53

Also, the theater was full of little old ladies. They looked like they were in their 70s. You have a very broad fan base!

Sarah W | 2006-09-16 14:48:46

I saw the last kiss last night and i loved it...you were amazing, as always, and the movie as a whole was really moving...very honest, like you said... (on conan...and ellen,....in case you cant telll i kinda love you and i think you are adorable and are one of the greatest actors out there. keep it up and good luck with everything!!

oh and ps--i just read that you graduated from northwestern. i'm applying to schools this year and was considering it, but knowing you went there definitely puts it on the map for me :] (i know that probably shouldnt be a deciding factor for me...but oh well.....)

jamie | 2006-09-16 14:51:45

jamie | 2006-09-16 14:52:05

I thought it was great. I told some friends before it came out that it was my favorite movie. Now I can say that it is AND I have seen it. This movie really reached out and touched me. I always feel like the roles you play are modled after me. I wish you the best of luck and look forward to scurbs starting back up.

Sean T. | 2006-09-16 15:13:53

I am not sure if this was asked in the previos 400 comments... Was the actor, Stefano Accorsi, from L'Ultimo Bacio, in the wedding scene standing next to you when you're standing next to the bar? I wasn't 100%. ps. We saw the movie in Skokie, IL and the movie theatre was filled with elderly women. Who knew that was your main fan base. ;)

Heather | 2006-09-16 15:16:59

can i just say that i want to go back and see this movie about a million more times. i loved it. it had a perfect amount of everything. i also enjoyed seeing the main character acting so real. There was a very everyday guy quality in the character. He did things that normal people would do. He made a ton of mistakes and in the end everything wasnt perfect. It was amazing. Great job to you and everyone else in the movie. i will be seeing it again.

Kira | 2006-09-16 15:22:31

I just loved this movie and I liked the fact that parts of the movie were filmed in Montreal, my hometown!!! continue your good work Zack and I'll keep looking at what you do!!!

Yannick | 2006-09-16 15:23:14

I.LOVED.THIS.MOVIE.

I was sucked in immediately. I over-identified with each character in some way. Either I was looking at me, or someone I knew, or someone I was afraid of becoming, or someone I wanted to meet, or someone I was, or someone who someone I knew used to be.

With this movie, I didn't really care "what it was about." I didn't worry too much about how it would end, or what would happen next. There were too many subtleties, too many all-knowing looks the character shared with one another. Too many "in the moment" moments happening to the characters. This was not an "end result" type of movie, if you know what I mean. I felt utterly absorbed in their experience. A movie that allows you to do that, in my opinion, is what makes a movie GOOD.

still smiling | 2006-09-16 15:38:42

Hello All:

Before going to see the movie I read a lot of reviews. I noticed that a lot of reviewers tried to make this film out as a Man Vs. Woman film...where the women are some how mistreated and left behind. I couldn't think of it that way at all. I couldn't see this as a movie about the battle of the sexes.
The film to me was just about people, living their lives and learning from living. It just what all of us are doing everyday. The movie was honest and thought provoking.
I enjoyed it and for what it's worth I wanted to say Congrats to Zach and everyone else involved with this project for putting something out there to the masses that holds a bit of truth and a lot of insight.
Enjoy the movie all..it's worth your movie buck!

KristiMaria | 2006-09-16 15:38:59

I've never posted before but I thought I'd let you know what I thought. I recently got engaged and have been having the little doubts that people get as we start to make plans and I must say that this movie made me relax a bit. It was a totally honest movie and I know what Micheal was feeling, although, I wouldn't cheat. I could relate to his doubts and fellings about marriage since I come from a family with parents that were never really happy. The movie was great! You all did a fantastic job, keep up the good work.

Candace | 2006-09-16 15:58:56

I just got back from the last kiss, great job Zach. Awesome soundtrack too. I think we've all had an experience like one of the characters in the movie, and I think everyone should go see it.

scott | 2006-09-16 16:04:57

Zach - Loved the movie. I saw it last night and thought it was just raw and honest. You and your co-stars are amazing actors. Blythe and Tom were especially fantastic. You rocked the end scene. Loved it and looking forward to your next project.

Lauren | 2006-09-16 16:09:29

Zach, I absolutely loved the movie. I thought there was nothing I would change. Fantastic. I respect your acting so much.

Kelly | 2006-09-16 16:12:01

HI Zach
I just saw the movie and it was, indeed, amazing but by no means a film for those seeking a little escapism. At one point it even brought me to tears in its similarity to events in my own personal life. Even though it was a little bit of a re-hatcher for me, the reality aspect of it was very comforting in that it does happen to other people and they do move through it. No one is perfect and I liked that this movie clearly shows that we can all falter and still move on though it can hurt like the end of the world sometimes.
Thank you for playing someone so truly human (as well as the rest of the cast).
Kelsey

Kelsey | 2006-09-16 16:26:36

stallar movie!
it really got me to think and how so many people can relate to it. it's just so brutally honest! i love it.
well i'm only fifteen, but i mean... wow, it just moves me that much.
"slut!"
"slut?"
haha.
the role you played was excellent! your facial expressions fit your character so well. flawless.
your acting is very much appreciated.

i don't know if you'll get to my comment but you should really check out the weakerthans, jason collett, and stars for great music if you have not already!

again, amazing movie!

Jade | 2006-09-16 16:30:07

All I can say is...thought provoking! I just saw a screening of The Last Kiss. It was excellent. What a poignant film. My friends and I spent hours discussing the content afterwards. Well done!

Natalie Talma | 2006-09-16 16:47:05

Just got back from seeing the movie and I loved it! I can tell it's one of those movies I'll be able to watch over and over again. It is kind of sad and depressing at times but those kinds of movies usually turn out to be my favorites. It was a very emotional, real movie. I kept thinking about how I would react if I were Jenna and it would probably be alot the same as in the movie. When Kim was upset at the end because Michael wouldn't be with her I was glad. I didn't like her at all. She knew Michael had a girlfriend and she knew what she was doing when she was seducing him. I don't know if I could've taken him back if I were Jenna, but I know how it feels to love someone so much that deep down you want it to work so much because you can't imagine your life without that person. Wonderful, wonderful movie.

Christy | 2006-09-16 16:50:32

This movie was brilliant Zach! The acting, the plot, music, EVERYTHING! I love your work. Your extremely talented. This movie actually made me want someone to love me that much that they'd stay on a porch for days to MAKE IT WORK! ;) Can't wait for your next flick! ~Hugs N Kisses~

Tara | 2006-09-16 16:51:56

excellent movie, zach; i thoroughly enjoyed it

keep up the good work
-jay

jay | 2006-09-16 16:53:14

I wasn't expecting Garden State II but neither was I expecting such a disappointment in The Last Kiss. Every female character was weak, unreasonable and just a little bit insane, not to mention manipulative but not nearly clever enough to manipulate well. The men were self-absorbed and irresponible. It's the same old story told a million times before: Boys don't want to grow up. Women make them. The End. SO shallow. So totally in denial of the fact that women go through the exact same thing only with infinately more pressure because we're the ones who are expected to want all those things those silly boys run from. We run too sometimes. Our emotional journeys can be just as baffling, just as epic. Becoming an adult is more than giving in to the status quo and I'm so very disappointed that The Last Kiss did just that.

That was, however, an excellent soundtrack.

Wendy | 2006-09-16 16:56:07

Hey Zach,
I watched the movie last night and I really enjoyed. It was definately a great movie. I went and saw it with 2 guys and 3 girls. It was kind of weird, all of us guys really enjoyed it, but the girls were really angry at the movie. Perhaps its easier for guys to sympathize with your character. Anyways I really liked it, not quite as good as Garden State, but I'd hghly reccomend it. You are an incredible actor, and I look forward to your next film. Casey Affleck also really shone through in the movie. I really enjoy both of you as actors. Keep up the good work, hope everyone else likes the movie.

Matt

Matt Shellder | 2006-09-16 17:21:33

Cant wait to see this film, whens it out in Ireland ?

Paul McCarthy | 2006-09-16 17:22:12

Great movie Zach,

I'd been waiting anxiously for this one ever since I first heard of it, and it didn't disappoint.

Hope Scrubs filming is going well. Can't wait for the new (and hopefully not last) season.

Latro

Bigface | 2006-09-16 17:38:34

Loved the movie. It was funny, intense, and real. The music was great and it was a not only a perfect escape for two hours, but then it made for a great discussion at all the parties that night. Thanks for making a great movie!

Hayley | 2006-09-16 17:45:10

This will be my first response to a blog, the movie truly is deserving. Throughout the movie I found myself within it, making some of the same choices. In the end I think we really can get caught up in the moment, but I'v found that the monent is usually not want we want it to be or what the other person wants is to be.

The multidimentional aspects of relationships can be so complex and this movie hit many of the differnt angles of emotions felt by each character.

Well done.

V/R Katrina

Katrina Ionescu | 2006-09-16 18:10:23

Two friends and I saw TLK in a giant, packed theater in downtown Chicago Friday night. We actually traded our tickets to the 7:00 show for tickets to the 8:00 because the first theater was just too full. What a great problem to have!

I liked that this was the kind of film that makes you think, but it doesn't make you work so hard that you can't just enjoy the story. It's also been a long time since I remember seeing a movie that I felt represented the emotional struggles of people my age as accurately as this one did. It is completely unsettling to wake up one day and realize that you're on the verge of 30 and have somehow become a grown-up without even realizing it. And I liked how this story acknowledged that in way that still left you feeling hopeful in the end.

Kristin | 2006-09-16 18:22:44

I am currently counting down until I can see The Last Kiss for the second time. If you are wondering, I have to wait 2 and a half more hours. I loved The Last Kiss, after I saw the original I was somewhat skeptical--but personally, I prefer your version (and it's not just because you are in it). I was in this unexplainable headspace for hours after walking out of the theater, I started trying to work out in my head what would I do in the situations that were in the movie. Jacinda blew me away! You were great as well, I was calling you a jackass and other things under my breath during the movie and yet, I still felt bad!

Now it is two hours and 15 more minutes before I get to see it again....

Heidi | 2006-09-16 18:30:57

Dude, i just want to say thank you for doing movies that actually make me think, that whole movie just scared me about life and made me kinda depressed, which sounds bad but its not, such a good movie, i cant wait to go see it again, later man

Matt Stone | 2006-09-16 18:34:05

Hi Zach! I'm really a BIG fan of yours and I think you're incredibly talented and handsome, but I was quite dissapointed in your latest film The Last Kiss. I saw it this afternoon and walked out upset and irritated. The moral of the movie is that all guys are immature jerks, who cheat b/c they don't know what they want, give up on parenthood, and are just immature. I just thought the movie would be different, but I was wrong. Oh well, I'm still a big fan of Garden State and Scrubs and still think you're a great actor. You're still one of my favorites. Hope you're doing well!

Take Care,
Becky in Atlanta, GA

Becky Masangkay | 2006-09-16 18:36:53

This is my third post about TLK. I'm still feeling emotional about it, it was so painful I guess I'm not over it yet. I've been selling furniture because I am trying to move back to Massachusetts, I sold my bookcases today. When I move it'll be the first time I haven't been in the same location as my ex-husband in 20 years (met him 20 years ago and I'm 41). He is my best friend but that's all he is. So that's adding to the emotion, I guess, and somehow it seems to relate to the movie a little. I've been talking to him about the movie all day (he didn't see it). One thing I wanted to say was that I enjoyed the podcasts and felt like I knew the actors in a way, it was kind of like when you see your friends in a high school play, I enjoyed watching all of you (I have seen all of you before). I thought Jacinda Barrett was great, btw, and I'm glad it wasn't Rachel McAdams, I can't imagine her doing as well with it. I've been listening to the soundtrack all day (and the Scrubs 2 soundtrack). I still don't know what to do with the feelings the movie brought up but I probably will see it again after all. Painful but good - like life, I guess.

Anna C. | 2006-09-16 18:48:28

Zachary

Thanks for another brilliant piece of work. I went to a Friday evening showing of The Last Kiss in Maryland. I loved the movie for many reasons one of which it was not convenient. Although the last scene was Jenna letting Michael in, it was by no means a suggestion that everything was going to be okay. Being in my 30's this movie resonated (maybe a little too much) with real life situations.

The story had me squirming in my seat from the reality of the decisions that were made. And much like Letterman described of his experience watching the movie, I wanted to yell out "Don't do it" at the pivotal moments. Your performance was brilliant, although I have to admit that in the scene where Michael scream "Jenna!" all I heard in my mond was "Sacha!!". :)

Best of luck with the success of the film. I for one enjoyed it thoroughly.

~Aloha-- Carmen Jo

Carmen Jo | 2006-09-16 19:10:01

Dear Mr. Braff,
I hope you read this message. I am from Houston, Texas, my name is Kelley and I am a huge fan of the wickedly funny, beautiful, romantic, and ever to be a classic "The Garden State." I am so excited that you have decided to make another movie. You have such a talent and understanding for making such great movie work and soundtracks.... oh the soundtracks, what great mystical music that touches the meaningful emotion called love in someone. I can not wait to see your next project called "The Last Kiss." To close, I just want to say thank you for making the movies you make. I appreciate and always look forward to seeing them. Your Fan from the Great State of Texas.

Kelley Rivera-Balke, P.S. If your ever in Cabo let me know.

Kelley Rivera-Balke | 2006-09-16 19:21:07

One of the most honest films I've seen in a while. Thank you.

Amy | 2006-09-16 19:22:40

I saw it last night! It was a beautiful film . . . so honest at times that it hurt. We only have it at one cinema in Arkansas, but the room was packed. I'm just glad that I got to see it. I'm sure that you are proud of this film and you should be! Congratulations!

Thom | 2006-09-16 19:27:26

Hi Zach and fans,
I just saw the movie "The Last Kiss" ....it was not only much better than things that I had read about the movie....The acting was so good that I actually didn't like Zach's character during the movie...and it clearly a fan if i am on this site...All of the actors did such a great job and the casting director deserves props!
I also got the soundtrack......love the music...
well...just wanted to say give-yourself-a-pat-on-the-back...Great Job!
Patty

patty | 2006-09-16 19:37:54

If one leaves a short-ish note does that make it any less lame that she has gone to an f'ing celebrity site to leave a comment? Alright, if you don't tell anyone I wrote a comment on your website, I won't either. Yes, that's waaaaay less embaressing. I feel so much better about it now..........

There is something unusually magnetizing about your movies and your style - it's as if we went to the same Jewish summer camp or something. Anyhow, the film was super. Great, I'm 24 going on teeny-bopper-12.

-Sivan

sivan | 2006-09-16 19:58:00

Zach, I just drove 45 minutes to the closest theatre that was showing The Last Kiss, and it was totally worth it. Great job, you continue to impress me with all of your work. Keep it up man!

Josh | 2006-09-16 19:58:15

I totally identified with the emotion in this film. Jacinda Barrett's performace was... perfect. I went with a few friends, and we all had good things to say on the way out. Take care!
M

Mandy | 2006-09-16 20:19:29

oh my god, you are a genious. i am so glad i finally decided to find your website. I AM A HUGE FAN OF YOUR WORK! garden state was the most beautiful, wonderful movie, ever, of all time, perfectly written and incredibly acted. and, when i listen to the soundtrack in my car, it's like i am watching the movie, which is fantastic. the songs inspire feelings in me which has never happened to me before. when i hear the frou frou song, it makes me so happy (can't think of a better word), it's unreal.

i am so excited to see the last kiss and i am going tomorrow to support you in your opening weekend. i can't wait to see another one of your films, and, again i am moved by the music, and i have only seen the trailer. SNOW PATROL KICKS ASS! and, of course fiona apple is amazing and has been forever.

as soon as my myspace starts acting right, i can't wait to friend you, as you are one of the most talented celebrities in the world, maybe the only.

much love,
naomi lloyd

naomi lloyd | 2006-09-16 20:23:24

ZACHERY!!!

Just got in from the movie man, and just like Garden State, you rocked my world! Everything was so real, sincere, and heart felt. The cast was AMAZING and of course, even though I wanted to punch your character in the crotch, I loved you :0)

Well done man, & keep it up!

Cait

Cait | 2006-09-16 20:23:29

I saw the movie tonight and thought it was excellent. I'm not generally a very emotional person, but I cried during several scenes. A great testament to the acting in this film. You did a great job. I really really liked it.

Corinne | 2006-09-16 20:23:36

Just saw it! I loved it! Great movie :)

Judy | 2006-09-16 20:27:16

Hi Zach,

I just saw "The Last Kiss" I really enjoyed the movie. The cast was amazing. Of course I enjoyed your character. Being 29 myself, it is true to life that we all get scared, when faced by certain decisions that we must ultimately make as we mature and grow up. It's the choices we make that make or break us.

I understand now why you loved the script and wanted to do this movie, it is closer to real life than most. Tests and trials we have to pass as we find out who we truly are.

The songs chosen for this movie fit the moods and tone of the movie very well. Congratulations to whoever chose them :) especially like Chocolate by Snow Patrol.

Congrats to a job well done my friend. Keep up the great work and don't let negative reviews or negative comments bum you out. They say that if you touch the life of even one person in a positive way then you truly do make a difference, I'm sure that you have made a difference to many many people.

Mac.

P.S - You are the bomb in Scrubs yo! HAHA. Tell DR. Reed I said whats up ;)

Mac | 2006-09-16 20:41:13

wow the movie sucked.....garden state was good and all but this movie the Last Kiss was bad....nothing wrong with the acting but everything else was just bad. I thought the movie was going to be good but next time find a better director. The dialogue wasnt that bad but the way the movie was set up, usually when i like a movie i think about it the next day. All i could think about is how bad everything was. Just direct your movies for now on.

Chris | 2006-09-16 20:41:48

Chris | 2006-09-16 20:42:17

Zach,
I just found your site after seeing "The Last Kiss" and i must say i loved it. No, i am not saying that because o who you are, but rather because it is true. I loved that you showed anger, true believable anger. And that Jacinda Barrett is amazing...who knew!! I had seen her in "Ladder 49" but this movie challeneged her. And Rahcel Bilson, the fact that she made a college student a college student. Her character wasn't all "Dawson Creeked" up. She really was what every girl is when they are in college, vulnerable and obsesssive without being creepy, they just don't know any better. I loved it..thanks for being part of it, i love your work.

Laura

Laura | 2006-09-16 20:43:52

estimating it at 5 million opening weekend, maybe more cause they are alot of movies coming out that are going to make other people want to go see another movie. It will get kicked out of theaters soon...Yea and one other thing not alot of people call having the oppurtunites to bang two hot girls a mid age crisis. Geez maybe in 14 years i can have that crisis too, chose between banging a hot girl or a super hot girl.

Chris | 2006-09-16 20:47:19

wow. thanks for another amazing movie.. i saw it this afternoon and still can't stop thinking about it.

jess | 2006-09-16 20:52:25

Zach,
I saw the movie this evening and just absolutely loved it! Your description of it is perfect. - It's gritty and beautiful and real and it had me all tied up in knots. - You know how when you watch something and you get so involved in it that you make faces back at the screen? Well, good thing it was dark in there! You were great! It was kinda fun to watch you dropping the F-bomb too. :) I love your work.
~Dawn

Dawn | 2006-09-16 21:00:13

I saw the movie last night and i really liked it! It seemed so real and thats what really clicked with me.. so many movies today are so predictable and paint love as a fairy tale.. but in real life every couple faces obstacles and tough times and I loved that the movie showed that and how true love can overcome those things.. and of course i loved the soundtrack also!

Allie | 2006-09-16 21:08:03

Hi there - I just got back from the movie theater in Squirrel Hill. I can see why you believe in this film so much. My husband and I discussed the movie the whole way home. Thanks to you (and the rest of the cast and crew) for bringing it to us. You are certainly building up expectations for future greatness - thanks for that too.
~Kerri

Kerri | 2006-09-16 21:12:05

Hey Zach!
I saw the movie today and I loved it. Some people I was with said they thought it was sad. But I disagree, I think the movie was truthful and that's what I really liked about it. And Ioved the funny parts of course!
Brooke

Brooke Shoemaker | 2006-09-16 21:14:01

Hello zb,

Just came across this great website and wanted to write awee note. I was soooo lucky to get a best bet ticket to see The Last Kiss last sunday at the Ryerson. Being new to T'rono this yr is my first TIFF experience and watching this film with all you guys there for the Q&A afterwards was a real highlight:-) Luvved the film and of course the soundtrack was brilliant - had to rush and get the new Snow Patrol onto ipod asap!!

All the best,
Lookin forward to next film,
Jmc

p.s CD recommondations perhaps for next project ha ha.........Travis, Magic Numbers, Hard Fi,........and of course, more SP:-)

Jmc | 2006-09-16 21:20:05

Zach, thank you for being part of this great movie. I was very moved by it, because I was recently in a situation almost identical to this. And just like the ending of the tagline for this movie on choices, "What's yours?", we both chose different things, with different outcomes. I look forward to seeing this movie again and telling my friends all about it. And thank you for your inspiration you've given me the past few years, I hope to work with someday!
Brian Caylor

Brian | 2006-09-16 21:21:58

it was my life. my husband cheated on me when i was pregnent, twice. and he left me 3 weeks before our 3 baby was born. every feeling and every word was from my life last year. it was crazy to watch my own life in front of me. i loved the movie though. i thought it was perfect. it was real to life everyday. nothings perfect. thank you

nicolerene | 2006-09-16 21:40:26

Saw it tonight with the hubby...loved it and you as Michael. Lots of similarities with my own life (pregnant and not married at twenty-nine), excluding the cheating part. Loved the ending, you have to move forward, always. Going backward can bring such bitterness in life. Been married almost twelve years now and I'll be forty-two on Monday - one whole year older and wiser (although my husband insists I'm only one day older...)! Anyway, it was great work from you and the whole cast - I've already purchased the soundtrack and I'll spend my day tomorrow listening to that and listing on eBay. Need a boat? Much love & Peace.
Renee

Renee | 2006-09-16 21:46:30

Saw the film today. It was very cool, very entertaining, emotionally and intellectually stimulating at the same time. Life does move too fast these days and we the young face decisions crises from a very young age. Our choices though large are only as overwhelming as we let them be. Be in love and love others. Peace.

JYW | 2006-09-16 21:47:34

hey zach, my name is liz and i am a senior at shorewood high school in milwaukee and i just wanted to say i saw the last kiss on the 16th of sep with lady friend trish. we saw the last showing at 9:30 wasn't too packed because i bet alot of ppl saw it opening day so we waited to see it on saturday, i was very surprize with the movie it had it twists and turns but i liked the whole movie because it talked about many different relatoonships. i liked the end alot too, and i am glad your character told genna the truth about u sleeping with kim that was good choice for the movie. as well of with the music in the movie i am not trying to be or anything but with the 1, 2, step song with ciara it just didn't fit in the with the movie, i mean i love the song but it didn't fit in i mean u can be upset about me but thats my own thoughts, i mean i love the soundtrack but they should of picked a better song like the lovefreekz shine instead u know just a hint but i enjoy the acting and i liked all the scence between u and rachel bilson she is so pretty and my role model and i hope u keep making good movies- liz

liz kuss | 2006-09-16 22:12:20

Hey Zach,
Saw Last Kiss today. Thank you for making this film! As a 24 year old displaced Montrealer/new theatre graduate/new wife, it was such a relief to me to see this film, and all the confusion/love/torment that came with it. It seems to me the older I get the more intense everything becomes. It was a comfort to see the same kind of emotional tug-of war up on the big screen. Made me feel a little more "normal", whatever the hell that means! It was also cool to see my beloved Concordia campus being used as a film set for "Kim"s dorm. I wish the rooms had been that nice! Loved the chemistry of everyone, the ensemble was fantastic! I hope more people go to see it!

Kendal Madill-Radtke | 2006-09-16 22:14:51

I saw The Last Kiss today. It's a really good movie. If you did'nt saw it go see it.

Now I can't wait to see the new season of Scrubs!

J.D.

Jonathan Dextraze | 2006-09-16 22:17:54

I just got back from watching your movie and I loved it! I think it does a good job of portraying some of the struggles that people go through as young adults and I loved how it was so honest and real. There was so much depth to the characters that you couldn't help but love all of them despite their many flaws. I can't wait to get the DVD... i hope it's loaded with special features!

it's pretty awesome how passionate you are about what you do. i guess it was expected for garden state since it was your baby but you are equally passionate about the last kiss, which really shows how much of true artist you are, as opposed to just another hollywood golden boy. it's exciting "growing up" in the same generation as you... i'm sure there will be much more awesome projects coming from you in the future!

grace | 2006-09-16 22:18:29

seriously, great movie.. except for that damn woman who was laughing during the mike-jenna fight. makes you really sit down and think... great soundtrack too

tobias | 2006-09-16 22:24:16

i just saw the movie--it was great.....I really enjoyed it. I wasnt sure where it was going to go. I loved that there were many different storylines going on and I loved the way the plot unfolded. Also more detaied things one of which is about things that "Kim" says and then how those words shadow a later situation with her parents and you with your own relationship problems.
loved it.
grade A work my friend!
...oh and Happy New year ;)

Jacqueline | 2006-09-16 22:31:03

to be honest, I have never wanted to cry so much in a theater more so than when I saw it tonight. This movie is real. Relationships and life are no simple matter and this movie is a startling reminder. It's painful and yet brilliant. Great Job. The soundtrack, once again, was simply amazing and could not have been any better.

Karen | 2006-09-16 22:40:38

Hi Zach.. I saw the movie on Friday! It was so awesome! Even though I'm not at that exact turning point in my life, I identified with it and it made me feel normal.. to know that what I went through wasn't an alien experience. Every project you've set out to do has inspired me or moved me or done something.. it just makes me feel. And that's what I love about your work. You're awesome, keep doing what you're doing. As long as you do, you'll always have fans like us :-)

Kathy | 2006-09-16 22:41:27

The movie was beyond bad.

Former Fan | 2006-09-16 22:53:30

The movie was amazing!

Katie | 2006-09-16 22:59:54

A very truthful depiction of what really can happen in life. When people are scared or when someone is deeply hurt, they can behave exactly th eway it was portrayed. I very much enjoyed this movie, even though I was on the edge of my seat the whole time in suspence. Not at all like the trailer.
yada, yada, yada......
:)

Sarah | 2006-09-16 23:09:21

Fantastic...I'll be telling everyone to go see it. With the exception of my wife's sister who just had a bad break-up...sorry man but this one might put her over the edge. Thanks for an honest look at life...keep putting out good stuff and good music (lending your ear anyway). Please do that. There's such crap floating and coming out...seriously do we need a movie about BOBBY KENNEDY...of course so we can praise all 47 actors who participated in the "project" and be disappointed when the ACADEMY snubs it for "another Russell Crowe movie". That one looks good don't you think...or maybe I'll just stick to Scrubs and West Wing DVDs. Ok going to have an affair now...thanks for that by the way...

Brandon and Shelby | 2006-09-16 23:09:33

I have no idea how this happened, bit it appears as though I am the first one to post after seening Last Kiss. My husband and I saw Last Kiss this afternoon and I have to say it left me saying "Hummm"... It was not a bad movie just not what I expected. Your performance did exactly what it was intended to and that was make me think OMG I can't believe he is going to do that. We can't wait to see your underline your next movie. From what I have read it is called Open Hearts or something along those lines.

Take Care! :)

Cristy | 2006-09-16 23:11:53

Just got back from the theatre. One word. WOW
I didnt expect to be that but I thought itwas amazing. Alot more funny than I expected which is always a plus. Great screenplay, I love all of Paul's work. As for oscars, I really dont see the picture being "best picture" the last few years really hasnt been up the ally of The Last Kiss type movies. But for acting I could see it,
Jacinda Barrett was amazing, and a big surprise was Michael Weston he was also very good. And of course you Zach. Its really nice to see your friends in movies, like Michael Weston who was your roommate I believe. Way to share the fame so to speak. Anyways very good movie, Loved it!

Bryan Hoffman | 2006-09-16 23:21:38

Correction from my last post. I am clearly not the first person to post regarding Last Kiss.

Take Care,

Your Pal! :)

Cristy | 2006-09-16 23:27:25

I saw it on Friday with a friend from school.

It was such a good movie.

Carmen | 2006-09-16 23:28:44

hi zach i just wanted to let you know im a big fan and i was so excited to see the last kiss i went the day it came out. it was just as good as i thought it would be. i hope this movie makes it to number one in the box office.

Brianne | 2006-09-16 23:33:18

Hi Zack, I'm sorry to have to say this because I have really enjoyed your work thus far, but this movie was a big disappointment to me. I thought your acting was fine as was most of the cast, but I felt the screenplay and the directing were unspectacular. I find it very interesting to hear how so many were moved by this film and felt it to be an honest portrayal. Sure, the gross outline of the characters were true enough, but the motivations and dialogue were pretty thin and lacking much dimension. On the one hand, I'm glad you're getting so much media attention because I think you're a talented guy. On the other hand, the movie seems to be to be riding on the coat tails of the way- superior Garden State and I'm afraid this movie really doesn't hold up on it's own. It seems that your fans give you a very wide berth to play in, so you're probably ok. I only hope that you strive to put out better work in the future. I know you have much better stuff inside you just waiting to come out and play. Please don't settle for popularity over quality. You know the two don't necessarily go hand in hand. Wishing you all the best!

Ayela | 2006-09-16 23:43:50

It was great!!! Other people loved it too!!
One question: do you dance when you are out?

emma | 2006-09-16 23:45:53

Dear Zach Braff,

This is what i thought about the movie.

At first when i first saw the trailer for the movie i was very very excited that you were making another movie. I was a very big fan of garden state, and really liked the way you incorporated the music you love into the scenes. They fit like puzzle peices.

I saw the last kiss last night after many long weeks of anticipation and let me tell you, it was nothing like i expected. I don't know exactly what i was expecting but i know i was blown away. When the movie ended i was just speechless. I didnt know what i thought of it. i just had this weird unsettling feeling in my stomach. It kinda lasted for the rest of the night and carried over to the next day. It was until about 3 p.m today (15 hours since the movie ended) that i realized i love this movie. I loved the dialogue, the characters, the story...everything. Even though i don't agree with everything that happened in the movie, i think you did an amazing job portraying this story to the audience and capturing all the emotions that go along with it.

Maybe the reason why i was so shocked in the first place was because i secretly expected (and hoped) that it would be a garden state part 2. Of course it wasn't, yet it still had that element of sincerity and realism that made me love garden state. So thank you Zach Braff for another wonderful movie.

-Stanley Kim

Stanley Kim | 2006-09-16 23:48:16

A quick thought.

Emotionally tugging and something I can relate to. The ending was perfect when I thought back...its almost a challenge. This generation needs to see the affects of their choices - the convo. with the father was amazing and certainly one of the things that turned the movie around (meaning established more meaning).

(DONT READ FARTHER IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THE FILM)

The end was perfect.

I loved how you could see the major "fall" being built by the small decisions. Thats how it happens. One small, dont you worry about it - its not a big deal choice, after another. Until you wake up...thinking what the hell did I just do.

The father talked a great amazing talk - but I think it would have been more powerful if his relationship with his wife was actual demonstration of what he was talking about. He wasn't doing something right by treating her the way he did - why was he the authority on mending the relationship? MAJOR props for the father keeping himself for his wife...throughout temptation however.

Why all the extended skin scenes? We can get that someone is lusting/lost in the moment without the graphic display. (Especially the friend/girl scene seemed uneeded...was that tantric? :P)

Overall I loved the movie and I think its the perfect time in this culture for something in our faces on this topic. Thank you for being apart of it. The music was grand. The story taught a lesson by example...most movies today deny the need for a point.

Deeply moving movie.

Props

Jonathan

Jonathan | 2006-09-16 23:50:19

I just got back from seeing "The Last Kiss." Same thing everyone else said, funny, intense, real, etc etc. That fight was fantastic. When that moment came in the movie where there was no going back, I was so filled with rage and disgust that I could barely move. I just wanted so badly for your character to not jump off that cliff.

The most beautiful and poignant part for me, though, was when Blythe Danner's character broke down on the treadmill. Just that image without the sound, ripped me. I know that feeling all too well, when too many things are piling and that one small simple thing is just too much.

Overall, I just wanted to say that while it made me extremely angry and upset, and as such I can't say that I "loved" the movie, I can say that it is an extremely good movie, and you should be very proud.

Gretchen | 2006-09-16 23:57:40

Zach. The movie was honestly beautiful. It was funny and heartwarming at times, and at other times gritty (to use your word) and gripping. I laughed, and I definitely cried. The thing I liked most about it was that the trailer didn't give too much away about the plot of the movie...I thought that Rachel's character would be likable, but really, she was just annoying. Congrats on a job well done. I look forward to this season of Scrubs.

Taylor | 2006-09-17 00:08:45

Zach, Just saw the movie. I loved it. It was great, everything I expected. Can't wait for more!

Andrea | 2006-09-17 00:25:35

The movie was lovely and heartwrenching. There were some scenes so well-timed that, though they were simple, I was overwhelmed. I immediately went to the store afterwards to buy the soundtrack. It's been two days now, and I haven't been able to stop listening to it. Thanks.

It's also got me writing again, and it's been a while. Thanks for the inspiration.

Mandy | 2006-09-17 00:36:14

I loved it, I hated it, it made me happy, sad, pissed and glad. It was everything you want to see and feel when you watch such an emotional and honest film. Great job!

The only thing that I am truly having a tuff time with is the fact that I really like you as the person you come off to be through your postings and such (the fun, witty, nice, dear I say cute guy next door) and the actor that you are and to watch "you" do such things with such passion and purpose was hard. I found myself mad at "you" but then again that just shows how wonderful you really are at what you do. At one point my boyfriend leaned over and whispered "God he's good at being pissed."

-For those who have not seen it please do. It is one ride that I think most people need to take. %u2013

Thanks for making yet another fantastic film.

:Bek: | 2006-09-17 01:18:03

Yeah, so it was even better the second time. I got even more emotional--which is a first for me, usually I get less emotional each time I repeat seeing a movie. So kudos to you Zach, I think this is right up there with Closer and Garden State as a favorite movie.

Heidi | 2006-09-17 01:25:26

HI !
I hope you'll read my comment when the film will go out on our french screens... can't wait
kiss

sophie | 2006-09-17 01:31:02

I thought The Last Kiss was great. It fell a bit short of being 5/5, in my opinion (I'd give it a 4.5/5), but it was very good. You showed great range, much more so than in Garden State (and I say that being a gargantuan fan of that movie). The acting all around was great, actually. If I have one criticism, it's that the soundtrack this time around was much sadder than Garden State's. It's understandable, since The Last Kiss is a heavier film than Garden State, but I can't listen to the soundtrack more than once at a time just because it starts to bring me down, unlike Garden State's, which rejuvenates me. Anyway, that's a minor quibble. After Scrubs, Garden State, your guest stints on Arrested Development, Chicken Little, and now this, I can't wait to see what direction you take your career in next and am very excited for Fast Track and Open Hearts. Keep up the awesome work!

Chris Luckett | 2006-09-17 01:37:10

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Zach Braff | 2006-09-17 02:01:57

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lilyput | 2006-09-17 02:59:26

Uff... I want The Last Kiss here in Italy!!

Marco | 2006-09-17 04:19:05

'Last Kiss' was an incredible experience for both my husband and me. It felt so authentic that one of our first reactions was to be disheartened by the critics who claim the film is a negative statement about relationships; I think the subtleties were lost on them. There are very few films that can capture both the intense sorrow and amazing, complex beauty that one can experiences in a meaningful relationship. 'Last Kiss' did that and much more.

*Spoiler alert* You could hear a gasp from the audience as Jenna walked away from the door during Michael's most desperate and hearfelt pleas. But even more stunning to me was a moment when Michael said, "this is our home," and Jenna paused in the hallway because the sincereity and power of his words resonated with her on a visceral level.

anna marie | 2006-09-17 04:39:00

Wow, what a great movie.

So much to say, but I think the best thing is to let you know that it sparked a wonderful conversation that me (30) and my wife (29) have wanted, needed to have for a long time. Thank you for that.

Brad | 2006-09-17 05:31:32

I'm afraid they're going to take my official lesbian identity card away from me if I like you, your acting, and the movies you choose to be in anymore than I already do. The movie was great. Kudos to you and the cast!

Emily

Emily | 2006-09-17 05:54:39

wonderful movie in every possible way. very accurate portrayal of relationships of the current age. being 29, i can relate to just about everything in the film. i do have to ask though......who is "t.s."? i noticed the heart carved into the wood on the porch "zb ts".

salud909 | 2006-09-17 06:11:48

Is this a remake of L' Ultimo Bacio made in Italy? I'm guessing it is, haha.

Christie J. | 2006-09-17 06:48:47

I saw it last night. Great movie... was that a "zb" I saw carved in the porch???

Wendy | 2006-09-17 06:59:56

I had high expectations for this movie and I can honestly say they were exceeded. It was one of those movies that you don't want to end because you enjoy the characters so much and the plot is so relatable. Thank you!

Corey W. | 2006-09-17 07:08:41

First of all, how did I not read that this was partly filmed in Wisconsin?!?! One scene at the wedding -- beer should have been Leinenkugel's.

Anyway, I must say that while watching this movie, you start to think about all past relationships and what went wrong. It's that powerful...but, alas, you turn to your husband/wife/significant other and you realize that every mistake made up to that point - lead you to the one person that means more to you than anything in the ENTIRE world. The person you want to spend the rest of your life with is sitting right beside you. As I watched, I realized, that one person -- he is my "Last Kiss".

Awesome movie -- you should be so proud!! My DH and I both thought so -- Good Luck in everything that you choose for your future -- I'm sure you'll be great!

Amanda | 2006-09-17 07:16:07

Saw it at the Toronto Film Fest screening that you guys attended and thought it was quite good. Very different and honest. Definitely recommended this to friends.

Anant | 2006-09-17 07:57:26

Hey Zach,

Haven't been able to see The Last Kiss yet, though, I'll go as soon as I can afford to, so, this comment is totally unrelated to your post.

Did you know that there's an article about you in the Sunday Times Style Magazine? It's about your personal life [relationships mostly,] and mentions both the Garden State and The Last Kiss. I'm not sure if it's entirely complimentary but, they certainly say lots of nice things about you.

Anyway, you hadn't mentioned it in any of your posts, so, I figured I'd bring it up. It's on page seventeen if you're interested.

~Edit

Edit | 2006-09-17 07:57:49

I wanted to like this film in the worse way. I saw it on the first night (skipping work) because I am a big fan of your work. I never thought that I would write this but I'm reading these posts and feel that you would enjoy hearing some constructive criticism.

I thought that the cast was well-rounded but Rachel Bilson fell short due to being on-screen with more experienced actors. She came off too much like a stalker, I understand her temptation being young and beautiful but I didn't believe that your character would be reckless enough to go for someone as crazy as her. Also, there were certain scenes where it looked like Bilson was channeling Natalie Portman's Sam from Garden State.

I enjoyed Weston and Olsen's performances but I didn't see much of a point to them besides showing where they're at in their relationships. Their characters were too short-lived for me to appreciate them.

I would have liked to see more about Casey Affleck's character and his relationship with his wife. He's such a talented actor and his talent could have been used so much more in this film. I despised how the film portrayed his wife to be cruel to him. In all fairness, she was the one taking care of the baby while his character worked his life away. She had a right to be angry.

I loved the dynamic of comparing and contrasting relationships at different ages and stages. It needed to be more in depth though. Yes, I could relate to each character but after hearing that Paul Haggis was revising the original script, I thought the characters were flat in comparison to Haggis' other films like Crash and Million Dollar Baby.

The directing aspect of the film is the only place I had a strong distaste. The cinematography of the film was lackluster. Goldwyn had the potential to include some great scenes, especially while a song from the soundtrack played (In particular "Hide & Seek"), but there was nothing that moved me. I will give him three scenes though for creativity; the opening scene when you compare your wife to the Victoria's Secret advertisement outside the car, the scene where Danner is crying while it's raining outside, and you sleeping outside on the porch in front of the HOME door mat.

I think you did a great job though. My only complaint is that Michael reminded me of Largeman, just more vocal. I'd hate to see you typecasted as that sentimental guy because I feel that you would like to add a variety of different characters to your already impressive movie roster. I remain a big fan and supporter of your work. You're a refreshing talent and know that you'll do great work in the future.

Jonathan | 2006-09-17 08:01:51

This is the one of the most well thought out movies about relationships i have seen in a looonngg time...i was so exicted to finally see it and absolutely loved the soundtrack...i actually can't stop thinking about the movie...i want to see it again..that is how much i enjoyed it...you acting was amazing as well...i hope it has a great and deserving opening weekend!

Melanie | 2006-09-17 08:05:52

I saw it Friday and it is definitely up there on my favorite movies list. It's eye-opening to how relationships really work out and I'm really glad I saw it. Thanks!

Christie | 2006-09-17 08:32:45

I loved it. I loved the music, I just got the soundtrack. The whole theatre reacted to the movie. When you told Jenna that you slept with Kim the theatre went "ahh." Not too many movies can make the audience really believe that the story is happening like last kiss did.

Amber | 2006-09-17 08:36:31

dude ur the best im from england, london, im 16 and i loved garden state its so cool anyway i wanna hav a career in films and want 2 study in america id u got any advice e-mail me

safe jaspreet hayer

jaspreet | 2006-09-17 08:37:54

oh yea love da trailerof the last kiss i hope 2 get the time 2 watch it

jaspreet | 2006-09-17 08:39:21

Like I said...I didn't make it Friday, but I caught the late show last night and it was amazing! It was very real in the way it portrays those crazy moments. It was so easy to connect to...well done to all.

Cheers,
Melissa

Melissa | 2006-09-17 08:39:44

e-mail me on jas_man025@msn.com......safe man

jaspreet | 2006-09-17 08:41:59

zach braff: the people over here aren't showing your movie, even though the ads are running on tv AND they put out a little synopsis about it on the newspaper and their website -- which usually means they're putting out. i am pissed off! i kept plugging it to everyone, and now i'll probably not even get to see your big beautiful movie on the silver screen. argh.

christine b. from guam | 2006-09-17 08:42:13

Hey Zach,
I saw the Last Kiss yesterday and it's so great. It's very moving and HONEST especially, which was my favorite part about it. You're acting is so natural, I love it. I was actually on a tour at Northwestern a couple weeks ago, which is my top choice, and the tour guide said that you went there. I thought that was neat because I really want to go there to study theater. Maybe one day be as great as you!
Great job, and I love the soundtrack!

Eva | 2006-09-17 09:23:46

Hey Zach,
I've been a big fan of yours since Garden State and I couldn't wait to see Last Kiss. So last night I did just that.

YOU did an awesome job! You played the character so well. And as usual, you made me laugh a few times. I always look forward to those.

I think the movie was great! Being that I just turned 30 this year and that I just got married this past May, there were a lot of things I could relate to. My husband and I enjoyed the movie. He's also from New Jersey.

I'm downloading the soundtrack as I write you.

Okay, well good luck in all your projects. I look forward to seeing more movies, laughing at more jokes and listening to great soundtracks.

Corey

Corey Munoz | 2006-09-17 09:37:49

We saw the movie on Friday, and there was this very specific moment when he and I looked at each other and realized that there was an element of our relationship in that movie. And when I talked to other friends that had seen it, they all could see themselves in one of the characters in the film. I guess that's what I liked the most, that in my mid-20s, there was a movie that expressed the fears and joys that we are all going through. Simply wonderful.

brandi | 2006-09-17 09:38:29

ZACH!

I just saw the last kiss..amazing!

I can't wait for scrubs to come back.

You have the most amazing music taste/knowledge.

keep up the good work!

xoxo wendy

wendy | 2006-09-17 09:38:30

I went to see it, and i have to say... i have always liked you, and everything you get involved in. Scrubs is a great show, and you can always make me laugh. The movie was brilliant!. I am in a 5 yr relationship, and everything that happened to your character is my biggest fear. Because it is so realistic, and happens to everyone. Im just afraid that one day my boyfriend will wakeup and think to himself "this is it?... my life has been so planned." Guys get scared so easily when it comes to commitment. And he has been scared to commit before and cheated on me.. and then told me that it made him realize that im what he really wanted.... but i just cant/couldnt understand why someone who loves you could hurt you like that. But the movie really spoke to me.. i cried the entire time!... you did a great job. You can be both funny and serious!... you're amazing!.. keep it up. xoxo

Tara Scott | 2006-09-17 09:43:06

Zach, the new movie is, as expected, nothing short of amazing! My friends and I saw it last night at 9, went to a coffeeshop afterwards and stayed there until 3am talking about nothing else! Everyone in the cast was so wonderful, and the message of the movie was fantastic! Thanks, once again, for being a part of another wonderful piece of cinema. Looking forward to seeing this one again, and seeing more from you in the future. take care. Good luck, and God bless, and all that usual stuff people say to each other.

-Andrew Buechler

Andrew | 2006-09-17 09:43:36

Hey Zach, I feel awful, but I am soo broke, I can't see it this weekend, but I give you scouts honor that I will see it ASAP, well and a promise to me because I want to see it soooo baaadd! Anyway much love!

-Cindy

Cindy | 2006-09-17 09:49:18

Can I ask whether/when 'The Last Kiss' is coming to the UK. I'm super excited about it but i haven't heard anything about when it would open over here. So any information would be cool.

Lottie Heales | 2006-09-17 09:56:28

Hi!

I went to see your movie yesterday and I really loved it. You've probably heard this a lot but the relationship between your character and his girlfriend at the beginning of the movie was identical to my relationship with my boyfriend. After those initial scenes I turned to my boyfriend and said, "Are we going to break up?" I figured if our relationship was the same as the one depicted then maybe we will face the same problems. We've been together 3 years and we have the same issues. Anyway, I thought the movie was great. I loved the relationship between the older couple as well. That was great. I really enjoyed it. I like your style.

Keep up the good work!!!

Heather MacPherson

Heather MacPherson | 2006-09-17 09:57:37

Zach,

I've been reading some other boards where people are talking about the film. And the issue of the soundtrack keeps popping up. I wrote this somewhere else, but I wanted to share it here too. Here goes:
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I really felt the same way about the music as a few of you have said here... BUT then I started thinking about it differently, and now I think this:

When Garden State came out, Braff didn't have as wide an influence on music as he does now (at least in our demographic). He didn't have his blog; all we really knew about the movie was from the previews. It sort of took everyone by surprise, because that type of music wasn't really represented in film yet. It didn't feel like a "score" but more like a mix tape of songs our friend thought we would love.

Now with this film, we ALREADY KNOW all this music so well because he did such a good job promoting all of it to us ahead of time. And we EXPECTED to love the music and have that sense of "discovery" all over again. And YES, many of you knew it without his help... but in a way... it's hard to offer obscure music to an audience like us now, because we've become so damn good at finding it ourselves. Through our blogs, and download sharing, we've turned ourselves into publicists for our favorite musicians.

So I think the soundtrack to this movie was a great collection of songs, that didn't really surprise me this time, because I was so prepared for it and had done my homework. Because really, Joshua Radin? He's hardly a super star at this point. But [i]I've[/i] already heard his CD a million times. Otherwise, for most people seeing this movie, I think they're going to watch the last scene in the film and think, "WHO is that singing??"

We are a very savvy, plugged-in generation, and we've done our homework. Surprising us is not easy anymore. So now, instead of feeling disappointed that I didn't hear something new, I see this soundtrack as an homage to what a good year it's been for musicians like these.

smiling | 2006-09-17 10:07:36

Hey Zach.
Any idea when it will be over in the uk. Theres a big hype about it now, and i cant wait.
peace x

Hayley | 2006-09-17 10:17:54

I saw "The Last Kiss" yesterday and loved it! I am a big fan of Paul Haggis and think he is one of the best screenwriters out there. Kudos to you and the rest of the cast for making this a great realistic movie. As an early thirty-something it was enlightening to watch. Keep up the great work, love the soundtrack, and good luck on Scrubs!

Darlene | 2006-09-17 10:23:14

Unfortunately I will have to wait for The Last Kiss till it arrives at the cinemas in Norway. It takes time to get to the other side of the big drink (Atlantic Ocean), and sometimes it doesn't happen at all. If that happens I do really hope it will be out on dvd after a while.

Sorry to hear that you will be leaving Scrubs after the 6th season to pursue your film career. Break a leg.

Peace
Terje

Terje | 2006-09-17 11:00:29

okay. first things first - when i read in many articles that you will love and hate your character, i didn't know how to make of it until i saw the movie and understood all together. i guess that just shows how good of an actor you are. soooo sweet and then bam . . . what an ass****!!!

i enjoyed the movie despite what my friends thought of it. tony goldwin and the rest of the actors really did touch base with every aspect that can possibly arise in situations where the world has gotten you to re-assess everything in your goddamn life, even if everything is perfect. i liked it more so because a good portion of the scenes were a been there/done that and seen this/seen that in reality for me. i related. ((betrayal and lies . . . who does that to the people that love them?!?!? just wondering. really, i'm not bitter. hehe))

I watched it with 2 of my girls. one thought "it was just okay." the other? well the other hated it, and hated us that we brought her to see that movie. (mind you, she just got into a new relationship, 1 year after a really bad breakup.) so i say . . . CAUTION: don't bring newbie "in relationship" people to watch this movie, unless you're prepared to reap the consequences of hearing them planning to run-scared from their significant-other due to the thought of getting serious with someone that can possibly break your heart!)

Allison | 2006-09-17 11:03:23

It's so unfair, I have to wait untill the movie is released in Sweden, the 14th of december.. can't wait to see it!

Lay | 2006-09-17 11:05:12

The early numbers are in, and it looks like "The Last Kiss" earned over $3000 per theatre!!! That's awesome!!! Congrats! It looks like it will easily make the studio money, though that isn't what's exactly important. BUT considering only 1 in 10 films actually makes its money back, it is important that films as good as this do well so we can see more of them! Kudos!

Rachel Gibson-Shepherd | 2006-09-17 11:16:17

ohhh zach i love you!!! and i saw this movie yesterday and i loved it too!!! it was soo good lol it was funny and sad at parts and i just loved itt .. it was amazing .. and i am going to buy it the MINUTE it comes out on dvd =)

kamille | 2006-09-17 11:18:59

Saw the movie on Friday and I gotta say, it was really really well done. It's easily one of the most REAL movies I've seen in a long time. I think every single character is relatable. I think everyone should see this movie. Excellent job!

Chris | 2006-09-17 11:23:47

Zach,

Congratulations on picking a script that definately is not the happy ending hollywood standard. My daughter and I both saw the movie yesterday (but seperately) mostly to go right away and help the box office numbers for opening weekend. Anyway, my daughter is 17 (she left a comment on your myspace) and was so discouraged by the movie. I was not discouraged, but I am divorced and bitterly cynical and thought it was realistic to an extent.

I guess the main comment was that it was so onesidedly negative. Weren't you concerned that the movie was overly negative? No hope for any couple ever? Questions like "Name three couples that have been together for five year?" and not being able to answer that is so stupid.

I think every situation shown happens all to often, and the movies that came to mind immediately were Beautiful Girls and Closer. Ok, I'm obviously a Natalie Portman fan. I wrote a short review of Closer that basically said, Ok, this happens, but watching a movie about such messed up people is like watching a documentary about bugs eating each other. Your movie was a bit that way.

To wrap up, my own idea is that you are either a cheater or you are not. You are not a "nice person that cheated" or "it can happen to anyone." There are people that it isn't ever going to happen to. The movie did kind of portray that too.

I applaud your risky choice of a movie and I enjoyed it, but you need to send a message to all the younger viewers that things don't have to always end up badly.

Bryan | 2006-09-17 11:24:14

Zach,
We saw the movie Friday night. It was very good. I liked how the movie didn't have typical love stories where the people were mad at each other and then everything is ok at the end. It was a nice change. I will say this, however. Speaking entirely as a fan, because I love what you do; I think you are a great actor, you have great creative direction as a writer/director/producer...but please branch out more. That movie felt very close to Garden State (which was very good). As a fan, I would hate to see you do the same character over and over again. I know GS had a different story-line and everything but for some reason your character felt very similar. Anyway, loved the movie, nice job.

Carl | 2006-09-17 11:31:17

Zach,

I usually don't feel compelled to leave comments on anyone's page, but after I saw your movie (twice!) I have changed my mind.

"The Last Kiss" is unlike most of the movies out there because it felt more real to me than anything I've seen in a long time. The theater was full when I saw it...the audience was laughing together & shaking their heads at the bad choices made.

I was "Jenna" a long time ago when my boyfriend got scared that I would be the last woman for him...and he started seeing another girl. All the scenes where she was angry & sad...I felt that pain all over again (especially when she said it felt like she was mourning the death of her life). I am still with that boyfriend & we saw the movie together. It was almost surreal for us to see it happening on-screen. After the movie ended, we told each other we were happy we were no longer confused.

As for the ending, when the credits came up there were so many groans from the people in the theater...but I thought it was perfect. In that moment where the rage ends & the calm sets in, no one knows if it will work out or not...at least not for a long time - so I'm glad we didn't see the "final choice."

It was one of the best movies I've seen in a long time...I really, really hope people see it & maybe discover something about themselves too. Thanks for making it worthwhile to go to the movies...and for getting Snow Patrol & Colplay stuck in my head. =)

Kressler | 2006-09-17 12:11:11

Zach,
I just have to let you know how my weekend went. (long story short)
From about a month or so ago I've been counting down the days until Friday (the release of the last kiss) Finally Friday comes and my plans fail 3 times to get to the theater. Saturday, my plans fail once. Until I find another ride to the movie. A friend and I get into the theater. And let me just put it.. my night ends with me getting taken out of the theater by a cop and chasing down my friend's truck.
I have yet to see your movie. But trust me, I will find another way, some how, to get to that movie.

take care :]
-Emily

Emily | 2006-09-17 12:16:03

Zach,

I saw the movie opening day. I was following the movie for some time and after i saw it i was overall disappointed. I did however appreciate the raw honestly of the film and the fluid dialogue. It was also funny and gripping. However, I felt that the character, Kim, was not believable. Her character seemed too sterotypical and there seemed to be no chemistry between you and her for your character to even begin to cheat on with. The first half of the movie was well balanced and beautifully crafted with each couple and their situation but as the film progressed it left the well crafted supporting cast in the dark. To me the rest of the cast seemed abonded and worthless because there was no follow up or final say. Nothing needed to be resovled between each couple but something more needed to be left for the audience to connect. Overall I thought the music and the honesty of the film was fabulous but I felt the direction of the film was mediocre due to a sharp drop off for the outstanding supporting cast.

cheers,

Chase Millhollen
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CA

chase millhollen | 2006-09-17 12:24:16

Hi Zach!
I saw the movie last night and I must say...I HATE YOU!! Ok, just kidding. I don't hate you...I just got so involved and absorbed in the movie I ended up hating your character for his deep deep betrayal. I empathized with the hurt and heartbreak that Jenna felt.

The movie left me emotionally drained. I was crying, laughing, crying and crying again. I held my breath so many times out of utter shock and a lack of any other reaction.

I thought the whole cast acted beautifully. I was seriously drawn to each individual relationship and felt myself connecting with each of the characters. Also, the soundtrack flowed so seamlessly with the movie. It was like the music was a part of the movie...but just the background noise.

Now for the criticisms...if you can call it that: As the credits rolled, I stayed seated in the theatre because I seriously had to just cry on the shoulder of my friend. The whole story left such a negative and depressing outlook on relationships in this culture. It made me so SAD. As a young woman who has never been in a "serious" relationship, this movie has really dampened my hopes of ever being able to trust someone in a relationship. Maybe I had been naive to think that I could be in a happy relationship with someone I can truly trust, but now there is so much doubt. There are always those "little brunettes" of the world. You just don't know what could happen...

Ok, sorry to just load that upon you. All in all, the movie was fantastic. It was very honest. I don't know if I would want to watch it again though. I think I still need a few days to recover from the movie. I would recommend it to my friends, but with some reservations. Anyways, thanks for the rollercoaster ride of emotions. You and the rest of the crew did a great job.

JoanneK | 2006-09-17 12:25:21

Hey Zach,
I just got back from your movie "The Last Kiss", and I thought it was great. I'm 29 and I turn 30 September 22. That's less than a week and I am freakin out! I just wanted to tell you that your movie has helped me be a little more comfortable with where I'm at, at almost age 30. I'm not married, don't have kids, and wonder where the hell I'm going in my life. Your movie made me realize it's ok to not know yet. Thanks for making real movies about real people. I look forward to seeing more of your work.
Bryan
Omaha, Nebraska

Bryan Behrens | 2006-09-17 12:53:54

Hey Zach
Do you have any idea when The Last Kiss is coming out in Britain?

Steven Sime | 2006-09-17 13:06:05

Zach,

Okay, so, Wow. I saw the movie yesterday afternoon and was pretty overwhelmed throughout the whole time. It was so much like real life. But that's always what I can expect from you. And I love that. All of the actors acting was so raw, it was fantastic. Great job on a stellar movie. You're pretty incredible and I'm glad there are actors like you out there.

Emilee
PS-Also, I see you've been listening to 'The New Pornographers.' So good, right?

Emilee | 2006-09-17 13:08:56

My boyfriend and I saw The Last Kiss last night and I know it might sound wierd, but I'm quite sure that this movie saved our relationship. All the things going on in the movie were things that we could relate to and we learned some things about each other because of it. So thank you for being a part of it! But aside from all that, the movie really was amazing. And "Hide and Seek" is pretty much the most amazing song ever. I've had it on my myspace for what seems like forever.

I'm pretty sure you direct and stuff, so you should really consider making a movie out of the book "The Perks of Being a Wallflower"

I would do it myself, but I think someone like you could do a much better job. haha.

Katie.

Katie | 2006-09-17 13:19:25

s anyone aware of a way to download the indie 103.1 radio stuff featured on http://www.rehearsals.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20060911&content_id=2007&vkey=news&fext=.jsp
of the last kiss soundtrack stuff.. im dying to figure out a way. I want these videos so badly before they disappear
Please email me if u have them or know how.
Thanks.
Delaney
thewayofzen@gmail.com

delaney | 2006-09-17 13:29:38

Zach,

I just came back from seeing your movie. I am still in awe. It most definately is a mind plagueing movie, not one that you skip out of the movie theatre ready for ice cream. There was so much truth to the characters and their moments and relationships that there is no way anyone would be unable to relate. I saw myself, and my relationship in every one of the relationships followed through with. It was truley a movie that has stuck with me, and I do believe I will be digesting its content for days to come.

I did have a hilarious experience while watching it though. Right in the beginning when Michael and Izzy are on the front steps one of the speakers in the theatre started squaking on and off. It grew louder and longer, then went away. By the scene in the treehouse at the wedding it was full on screaming at us, it sounded like some evil scream from hell, to the point that I couldn't help but laugh. It most assuredly took away from the movie moment, but got us free tickets to our next movie. Perhaps I'll go see it again without the screaming. But for some reason it seemed somewhat fitting that while I'm watching the movie I've waited so long for, this weird unexpected speaker fluke disrupted me, almost making me pay more attention to the film than what I normally would.

I also do have to pat you on the back for the realism in this movie. It is in no way "hollywood." From everything involving the relationships to the sex scenes (well mostly yours) it was as if you were peeping in on people in their daily lives. It was all appreciated and respected. GOOD JOB!

Salena | 2006-09-17 13:35:09

I saw your film on opening night, and I just wanted to say that you made a truly incredible, honest film. It was the best film I have seen in a long time, and I look forward to any film you make in the future.

Jamie | 2006-09-17 13:39:44

I Loved The Movie "The Last Kiss", I Saw It Friday Night.. It Reminded Me Of My Family. I Was Crying In The Movie Theater. It Is A Really Good Movie Along With A Story Line. Its Waaay Better Than The Notebook. The Last Kiss Was More Dramatic, Realistic, Heartbreaking & Honest. I Loved It! But It Was No Suprise. All Movies You Do Are Always Amazing. GOOD LUCK!

Liz | 2006-09-17 13:40:58

Saw the film Saturday at the Arc-Light. Really enjoyed the writing and the music was great! Can't wait to buy the soundtrack. The film made me so uncomfortable! But the truth of the matter is that these things happen in life all the time. Decisions are made, hearts are broken, YIKES! But what a truthful film! Really enjoyed it.

Maggie | 2006-09-17 13:44:36

I went and saw The Last Kiss last night. It completely crystallized everything I've been thinking about love and human nature in light of reading The Moral Animal by Robert Wright. It's seldom a movie can really, deeply change the way you think about life and relationships. Brilliant. You should be proud. And no one could ask for a more appropriate and moving sound track.

Kate | 2006-09-17 13:45:17

I saw The Last Kiss yesterday, and thought it was fantastic. It's different in the best possible way, insightful, honest, and left me wondering about the future of all the characters, not just for Michael and Jenna but for her parents and they guys as well. The music was perfect, (I bought the soundtrack a few weeks ago and imported it into Itunes at work), and THANK YOU for not including that CIara song from the party!

It was so refreshing, and I LOVED Garden State, but anyone who compares the two obviously hasn't seen both. I can't wait for Scrubs to come back, and I'll definately watch for upcoming projects.

-shk

Sarah Hilary | 2006-09-17 14:09:10

i just got back from seeing the the last kiss. it was more than i expected. being 28 and suffering from some sort of peter pan syndrome it was like watching conversations my friends and i have about life and love. being scared out of our minds to commit. not wanting to be old and regret not taking risks. i could honestly go on and on. but i won't.

it was a great film! thanks
renee.

susanrenee | 2006-09-17 14:15:57

Nice job man. I really enjoyed the film. It seems to me like everything you touch turns to gold which is nice because anytime i'm about to watch something with you in it i get real excited because i know i wont be bored or let down. And you and Rachel... hmmm? Is there something going on there? :)

See ya

-Adam

Adam Miller | 2006-09-17 14:21:17

So far looking good for Zach! :D
[b]"The last kiss" is in the 4th place on the box office for it's 1st weekend![/b]
The movie made so far more then [b]4,700,000$[/b]!!!!!!
I wish it was more but it's good, it's allmost 5,000,000$ and it's nice for the 1st weekend of it. I hope it will make much more.
I couldn't wait to see how much it got and I was afarid it wouldn't do good but it's pritty good! :D
Good luck Zach! We love you!!!

[url]http://www.boxofficemojo.com/weekend/chart/[/url]

Yael | 2006-09-17 14:34:00

Hi zach!

er im really 'gutted' as we say over in Britain that the last kiss isnt over here yet. But hey i can wait i spose. But i was just wonderin how up to date you are on british music coz ya movies are of course renowned for there soundtracks. u've herd of snow patrol obviously but i was wonderin if u kno of bands like the reindeer section (gary lightbody), the fratellis and my fave band of all time maximo park, check them out seriously especially maximo park theyre really manic and quirky.

Peace out

P.S. what the hell happened to the shins!? wot a band and they played a big part in garden state and now there no trace of them in the last kiss? perposterous! but hey im sure ur goin to get their new album 'wincing the night away'

Matches | 2006-09-17 14:38:59

Zach, I loved the movie. My sister and mom suprised me this weekend at school to take me to see it and we all laughed and cried. It was so great to see a completely honest movie that didn't sugar coat the bad things in life. Amazing. And the music was perfect. The cast was perfect(oh I hated Rachel Bilson's character but totally adore her in real life) And of course you were perfect as well. ;)
A job well done and I can't wait to see the other projects you will work on in the future.

Karina | 2006-09-17 14:42:54

Hey zach the movie was rad i enjoyed it alot i could relate wit pretty much every character i wen and saw it with my gurl and the last month or so we have been some what on edge shes dealing with bunch of stuff and is sorta depressed but wow man after watching the last kiss it was like she was new gurl and we connected again it was pretty amazing wat the movie did for her and i gave us a better understanding cause we both related to you movie so much thanks for helping my relationship i hope u live long and prosper im sure if i knew u personally we would be friends peace man

Christopher D | 2006-09-17 15:07:01

didn't get to see the movie this weekend. tech week is coming up on the play i've been working on. hope to see it this weekend.

meg | 2006-09-17 15:23:55

Hi Zach,

I saw the movie today and thought it was great. The characters were well developed and the story was very realistic. I loved the cast - you were wonderful! So many great young actors and Blythe Danner and Tom Wilkinson were a pleasure to watch. l will definitely recommend this movie to my friends.

Thanks so much for the quality work!

Karen | 2006-09-17 15:29:37

Zach,
Took my wife out on Saturday to see your movie....it was a breath of fresh air admist so much crap in film these days...I love films that are as much funny as they are dramatic...this succeeded on both. My wife didnt really know much about the film going into it....and she loved it as well. Keep up the great work....the whole cast was awesome....and I look forward to what's up in the future for you.

Much Love,
Jared

JaredH | 2006-09-17 15:30:06

I saw "The Last Kiss" and it was amazing. It touched me. I am such a HUGE fan of Zach Braff and I just get blown away each time I see him in something. Def recommend this movie, by far. AMAZING soundtrack as well.

Malinda | 2006-09-17 15:36:11

Hey Zach!

I saw the movie last night and I wanted to tell you that to me it was very real. It was good, sad, amazing, funny, and all kinds of other things but the real relationship aspect of the film was very moving to me.

It was worth the wait to see and surely worth seeing in the theatre. I wish you the best of luck!

Amy

Amy | 2006-09-17 15:39:35

I just got back from the movie. I thought it was great. It was so unlike everything that I have been used to seeing in the theatres...it was a refreshing change of pace. It's nice to have a movie that really stays honest to itself instead of following the formulaic hollywood film. Keep up the good work.

Brady | 2006-09-17 15:42:18

Amazing, Zach, just amazing.

The movie blew me away. I don't cry at movies (tv, oddly, yes, but movies, no), but I could not seem to keep water from leaking out of my eyes throughout this one. It was at times, very painful to watch. My stomach hurt even (might have been the popcorn), but that's a good thing cause it means you all did what you set out to do- affect your audience and tell a tragic and beautiful story. Well done. Please don't ever stop doing what you do so perfectly.

Katie in Ontario | 2006-09-17 15:45:21

Hey Zach,

I miss Andrew Largeman.

Adele H

Adele H | 2006-09-17 15:55:46

Hey man,

I loved the movie.
It was very real.
Keep up the good work :)
Can't wait for Scrubs to start up again either.

Nick

Nick | 2006-09-17 16:02:57

Zach,

I hope Last Kiss does really well!! I can´t get to see it here (not legally at least), I'm in Cusco, Peru. Having an awesome time but gutted I can´t see the movie. Anyway, best wishes, hope you're not too stressed about it!!

Love Jac xxx

Jaclyn | 2006-09-17 16:06:10

Zach-
I know you're going to read this (as opposed to the frowned upon phrase "i know you aren't going to read this.."). I just saw it. For a while I didn't know what to think about it because there were so many emotions. I was overwhelmed and I was hating you and Rachael Bilson but then I let it soak in and I started absorbing it and in the end, everyone ended up how they were supposed to and how they would in real life. it isn't necessarily all about the happy ending but the right ending or the true ending. so after some consideration, i liked it. well done. and the funny parts that were sewn into the heavy arguments made me blurt out with laughter even though it wasnt even supposed to be funny, there were just so many emotions and it was so.. almost frustrating in a good way. well done. keep it up. you're awesome and one of a kind. god bless you for your talent and personality.

Molly | 2006-09-17 16:23:57

I must say that The Last Kiss was absolutely amazing! I loved it! I hope everything goes well with the rest of your opening weekend (well what's left of it...)! I'm definitely going to recommend it to everyone I know! I would definitely say that it moved me...

Great job!

(And I definitely usually am not the type to go to a movie when it first comes out...that shows you HOW excited I was to see this...definitely did not disappoint!)

And I absolutely loved the music as well!

Great job!

Sarah | 2006-09-17 16:29:05

i know since this is around the 548th comment i probably wont get much attention for writing this. ive actually started to write lots of comments before, but never posted them for some reason.

i just saw your movie like...10 minutes ago.

it was good, and i cried a lot. but im just so curious about what happens. what happens zach?! how do you patch something like that up?

but thats probably what you wanted me to think...you sly sly man.

i did love your movie, i promise. i just hate how real it is and how much i related to every character...and at the same time, thats why i love it...whatever your a genius.

lela | 2006-09-17 16:31:33

very real story...funny, deep, sad, ugly, awesome, real movie. nice work.

gus | 2006-09-17 16:42:26

this movie is a picture of my life right now. my fiance and i just broke up...just the way it happened in this movie. art imitates life or life imitates art?

Sarah | 2006-09-17 16:45:54

Hey Mr. Braff
I unfortunately did not get tickets to see The Last Kiss at the T.O Film Festival, but i saw it as soon as it came to theaters. LOVED it! Now i can actually listen to the soundtrack! i bought it before seeing the movie, but soundtracks are always more meaningful when they remind you of a great scene from the movie. Byee
P.S- met the cast at much music =) thanx for coming!

Emily =) | 2006-09-17 16:47:01

You should hear The Tea PArty's "Heaven Coming Down" - it makes it wonderful for a soundtrack.
Great movie.

Jeff | 2006-09-17 16:54:47

Hi Zach,

I'd never thought I'd be the type to post comments on a famous person's blog, but embarassingly so, here I am. I just wanted to say that I went into your movie convinced that I would absolutely hate it because of the cheating motif. However, the movie was surprisingly heartfelt and so honest. I really loved it. It's not every day you come across a movie like that. Kudos on an amazing job.

Christine | 2006-09-17 16:57:49

Okay, this might be a stupid question, but who is TS? as in the ZB

Megan | 2006-09-17 17:01:18

LOVED the movie...you could tell the entire audience had experienced at least one of these story lines at some point, if not all of them....a very authentic portrayal of what relationships are really like -- finally! A movie that doesn't allow for false hope, but rather tells it like it is. I think everyone should see this! It will help you to re-evaluate your expectations when it comes to the person you love.
NIce use of Madison, by the way. It couldn't have had a more perfect place as the backdrop.

Dana | 2006-09-17 17:05:16

BRILLIANT Movie!
I absolutely loved it the second time around again
lol =]
Thanks for being you Zach!

Kelly F | 2006-09-17 17:06:56

Honestly....at the risk of sounding incredibly cheesy and sophmoric this is the second film to change me..the first being garden state. This film was gut wrenchingly honest in all of it's themes, these things happen or will happen to most of us and the feelings were so honest and hit so close to home....i keep trying to remember the quote about just saying i love you doesn't mean anything. it's all about actions. also as a twenty two year old going through her quarter life crisis i wished my crises would have such a good soundtrack. i love and respect your mind and think you're one of the greats of our time. keep comin out with things to change my life.

hailey.

Hailey | 2006-09-17 17:11:01

I saw this movie earlier today.
I will admit that I was skeptical before seeing it (mistakingly assuming it would merely be a light romantic flick), but I really enjoyed it. I found it to be heartbreaking, grasping and honest in many aspects.

Your talent as an actor and a director really comes through in this movie, as it did in Garden State.

Congrats, and good luck in your continued success.

All the best.

Jeff | 2006-09-17 17:15:11

Hey, well, i actually saw the movie on Friday night. At first I was a little hesitant to watch it. i don't know why but I felt it would be a lot like "Garden State". I think the trailer's really don't do the movie justice. It makes it seem a lot like "Garden State". And yeah, "Garden State" was a good movie but who wants to see the same movie twice, you know? But I saw it and to be honest, I was almost in tears. I didn't cry because my friends would've laughed but we all felt really sad afterwards. I'm turning 20 in December, and yeah it's ten years away from the 20-10 thing but I can totally relate. We live in a wold where you have to know what you're going to do with your life at 20, younger if possible. I woke up Saturday morning still feeling horribly. Even the whole relationship stuff is relatable. So overall, the movie was good. I reallly liked it. so, bravo, and p.s, kudos on the soundtrack. I'm totally loving it.

Andrea | 2006-09-17 17:15:47

Hey Zach

I loved you in Garden State and couldn't wait to see The Last Kiss. I went into it thinking it was a love story, so it took me by surprise, but after lots of thought, it was an awsome movie! The characters were so real and I related to them all. I just wish that I knewt it was about cheating going into it, I would've had more of an open mind in the movies. I loved and hated your character, all in all you did an amazing job! Can't wait to see your future films.

Shelby | 2006-09-17 17:26:45

Zach-
i've never posted a comment on a message board before and i know you're busy, but i have to let you know the movie is amazing! i saw it with five friends who have all been dying to see it since we heard about it and we all loved it. i could write way too much about why i enjoyed it so much, but instead let me say this: we talked for two hours after watching the movie about life, love, revenge, relationships, etc...
i think that's about the best thing you can ask for in a movie...to stimulate real conversatoin. so thank you!

great acting and great soundtrack!!

please keep up the good work...
Justin Tosco

Justin Tosco | 2006-09-17 17:31:13

Hey, Zach. I'm a huge fan of scrubs and garden state, as well as your musical recommendations. Unfortunately, I didn't really like this movie. And, as I realized about half way through, I'd seen the original and thought it was much better. I thought there were too many characters, the soundtrack was sparse (you could teach the person who scored the movie a thing or two), the changes from the original made it less shocking (changing from high school to college takes something away from the absurdity) and it felt too long. Most of all, I thought the movie had been mismarketed -- I thought it was going to be a feel good movie,and instead it was heavy but not dark enough to be dark. I'm glad to see you describing it as gritty -- maybe you could let the studio know that their trailer and TV ads are misleading. But I can't wait to see you next work!

Sondra | 2006-09-17 17:37:51

Zach,

Well done. The Last Kiss is another great connection between film and music. Very smart, and very real. Congrats.

Clay

clay | 2006-09-17 17:59:20

Zach...just saw "The Last Kiss" with my fiancee' and we both LOVED it. I enjoy movies that totally nail real-life and relationships really can be just that complicated or that easy......actually, both. Soundtrack is amazing, too! What a cast for the movie, though........everyone did such a great job, totally believeable and we were pulled in. Kudos to you!

Kathy | 2006-09-17 18:13:06

Zach,

I saw your movie this afternoon. I thought it was really good. The cast was awesome. I loved Jacinda Barrett's performance. I always thought she was a good actress since I saw her in the Human Stain. I thought Blythe Danner and Tom Wilkinson were great too. Your performance was wonderful. I can't wait to see your future films.

It was nice to see a movie out there being so honest about relationships.

I hope you are having a great weekend. Good Luck with Scrubs this season. Can't wait.

Patty | 2006-09-17 18:13:30

Hey zb,

I really enjoyed last kiss. I went as saw it today and lemme say it lived up to its hype for me. I had been pretty stoked to see it and it didnt fail even a bit. I thought it showed a very honest view on relationships and life. your character in it seemed like a very complex guy to play, he seemed reserved but complex. how was it to play michael? did you enjoy it? your pretty great at playing those roles so i am sure it was pretty easy for you. i found myself in the end feeling bad for kim though, because she seemed to really like michael. hm i dunno if that makes me a bad person or something but yea. well i hope you enjoyed making the movie as much as i enjoyed watching it.

great soundtrack also.

well thanks.

Kaity | 2006-09-17 18:20:03

Schweaty balls! Just hoped to grab attention. I can't wait to see the movie and hoped to this weekend but work got in the way. Any chance you'll be sitting down w/ Jon Stewart anytime soon to discuss the movie or Scrubs?

Lori | 2006-09-17 18:33:30

You've done it again! Great movie. Really great movie!

Nicole | 2006-09-17 18:40:07

i really enjoyed the movie. it was sort of sad but in a realistic, thought-provoking manner. the sountrack rocked as well.

Alanna | 2006-09-17 18:48:37

Congrats- I guess this movie is 4th in the box office this weekend! :)

I watched "L'Ulitmo Bacio" a few weeks ago (which I loved!) and found distinct cultural differences- I have to say that the American side of me really related to this one. This film is so good- I hate that it is making me think of everything in and not in my life right now. So, I guess it has served it's purpose. Damn you, Zach Braff! :)

I have been Jenna, Izzy and Kim, and (almost) Michael. And now that I am also nearing 30, all I can hope for is that I am trying to be the best person I can be for all the people I love and make as few mistakes as possible. But, as Michael proved, it is hard... I guess it is also important to learn how to forgive and to learn how to seek forgiveness when the lesson is learned. I liked how it is left up to the audience to come up with the ending. It's just how life really is- you never really know how it will turn out...

I loved the performances and of course, the music! Thank you for making such a thoughtful and truthful film!

Oh yeah- Thom Yorke's "The Eraser" has been getting alot of airtime on my nano these days. I really like "Atoms for Peace."

d | 2006-09-17 18:52:52

Very happy for you!

Best of luck

I promise I'll go see it when it comes to Argentina
Sonia

sonia | 2006-09-17 18:59:20

Zachhh, your movie was beyond amazing. It's definitely one of my new favorites. &You're super stunning, can we pleaseee get married? It would make my nice Jewish mother so proud. Okay, I guess I'm a little too young for you, but I definitely think you should consider it in a year when I'm 18 (ahha kidding). Anyway, your movie was amazing, and I can't wait until your next one.

Olivia | 2006-09-17 19:03:35

Zach,

I just watched Last Kiss, and I have to agree with everyone, the movie is great. I've seen the Italian version "L'Ultimo Bacio", and I'm curious -- why was the ending changed? Don't get wrong, the ending was good in your version, but there was also something equally as great in the Italian ending.

Jacinda was absolutely amazing, and I was blown away by your performance. It's very refreshing to see a movie that portrays what life is like for most of us. Thank you for staying real, and for taking the time to make movies like this one. I hope it's a great success!

- Carol

Carol | 2006-09-17 19:14:20

Dearest Zach,

Hey you, hope you and your pimpin' pup are doing dandy. I just got home from seeing your flick with my friend. We both thoroughly enjoyed it. I've recently gone through a similar situation... (being cheated on) and the movie evoked some pretty damn real emotion. I appreciate the honesty, quirks, weirdness and well placed humour in the movie. Kudos kind sir. Looking forward to hear about your next project. Thanks for bringing some well awaited realness and grit (not the corn kind) to the theatre.

Wishing you much joy and puddin' pops,
Stacee

PS: you're delightfully pleasant on the eyes

Stacee | 2006-09-17 19:21:03

hey zab, (your new nickname, let it catch on), caught the last kiss friday, it is righteous, much better than anticipated, and the anticipations ran high. the film was smarter and deeper than I thought it would be. great work. your only competition for oscar should be jb and kg in 'the pick of destiny' good luck against those two stalwarts.

randy | 2006-09-17 19:29:21

Hi Zach!

I just returned from seeing LK and it was amazing! it did seem very realistic, i'm glad you made sure that the studio didn't change the ending, it would've just been sappy hollywood crap then! it's nice how everyone doesn't have a happy ending either, although i was glad that michael and jenna do end up together! all the acting was fabulous, especially you, jacinda, and casey! and once again the soundtrack was perfect! i had it a month before the movie came out and loved it then, but i love it even more now! it was fun to see where the actual songs were placed in the movie and to tell you the truth i wasn't a huge fan of "star mile" before, but it was perfect for the ending! it was nice how the songs were played marginally, there wasn't one every five minutes, so you could appreciate them more. oh and contrast to popular belief michael wasn't as much of a jerk as i expected him to be- because of the way his "happy" relationship was juxtaposed with his friends' failing ones! i could understand his motivations from this. oh and i loved how jacinda's real accent would flare up when she was yelling, haha. overall, job well done! finally an actual good movie, a smart kickoff to a hopefully promising season!
*e*

evey | 2006-09-17 19:30:36

Zach, if I weren't working my butt off, I'd be there. Next weekend buddy...I'm determined to make it!

Lauren | 2006-09-17 19:49:11

Zach i really like the film "The Last Kiss" im glad you waited to chose this one, i'm a huge fan of Garden State and am glad that this was the follow up film for you.

Casey | 2006-09-17 19:49:58

Zach,

I loved the movie!!! It was very emotional, can't wait to see it again!

Irene | 2006-09-17 19:57:16

saw it on friday-- awesome.

it was very different than what i expected, but i loved all the parallel relationships around yours. it was very real and down to earth which was nice.

well done zach.

Preetika | 2006-09-17 19:59:57

just wanna know hows the ending ??

Miaechal and Jenna will be back together finally?

or Miaechal will choose Kim finally??

and finally Miaechal will only friends with Kim?

Zena | 2006-09-17 20:06:00

ok zach, here's the deal....

i really did love this movie, super honest and maybe even pulling back the curtain into the mind of a guy my age (30).

huge respect for you as an actor as well as an advocate for great music.

but i've got 2 gripes and since most people just say how wonderful you are i thought i'd just come right out and say them.

gripe 1. i didn't think it was a good call to use "hide and seek" in the film. don't get me wrong...amazing song. I just felt like that song had maybe kinda already been mined for it's emotional energies. music triggers emotions and when those emotions are already connected to something else it's hard to "re-fit" them for the current setting. i'm not just talking about the oc finale either. just felt like their have been so many relatively unknown artists that have been given exposure by garden state and scrubs....just thought maybe there would have been a better song for the scene.

gripe 2. this probably had nothing to do with you...i was watching a re-run of scrubs and in the closing sequence the song was "how to save a life" by the fray. why in god's name was the song sped up so fast? it totally killed the vibe of the song and maybe it's just because i'm a musician that it really got under my skin. it started pretty close to the correct tempo but then gradually started speeding up faster and faster. i taped it and compared it to the record and it was a joke.

ok that's all i got....thanks for work and again, great job with this film.

paul | 2006-09-17 20:09:00

i walked away from the theater thinking that was ten bucks VERY well spent.

keep doing what you're doing.

anam | 2006-09-17 20:14:34

soo yea....

that was a really good movie. i think its better than garden state. even though you didnt write or direct this one. its just more real. and really just. alive. and passionate. the fight your character and jacinda barret's had was the most amazing thing i've ever seen in my life. it was soo real. like i felt as if you too actually were having a baby and in a real fight. because my parents fight like that all the time. and it just made me feel like my childhood again in a way. even though it wasnt about cheating. but still. it was like life. i dont know what to say man. but i think youre going to be getting a lot more offers now. because this was truly brilliant.

byt the way. chicken little is amazing. its all cute and stuff. and the little chicken is adorable. that movie made me cry a bit because thats how i am with my dad. he never really believed in me. and still doesnt now. he thinks i will never be a musician and i should go to school for buisness. i wont let it bother me though.

the movie is great. and i love it when you curse. it makes me realize youre a real person and not some loser day dreaming kkid with a black best friend.

oh and when is scrubs coming on?

and how dare you get her pregnant!!!

great movie zach have a nice day.

-antonio

Antonio Rodrigo | 2006-09-17 20:24:57

u give us film nerds so much hope! i adore u. keep up the good work.

Krizzle | 2006-09-17 20:35:09

i had been waiting what seemed like forever and ever for this movie. and it was great =D congratulations!

i like the site. it's great. i'm glad u didn't make it all about you.. even though i WOULD buy a zach braff calendar. do it!

you're awesome. keep up the good work!

Amy | 2006-09-17 20:36:33

Dear Grilled Cheese Sandwich,

I really liked the movie this weekend. I am in a similar situation to Jenna's, and actually had nail marks in my palms from my clenched fingers after a few scenes. You were excellent together.

I think that the mark of superior work is that it evokes a reaction in people (not simply entertains). Your team has done this. We will likely be talking about this movie for many years to come.

I hope that your busy schedule permits happiness and health! When it gets to be too much, remember the people working hard to reach your level of quality. Do it for them!

Sincerely,
Monica (Vancouver, BC)

Monica | 2006-09-17 20:45:27

Zach... In a word.. AMAZING!!! the movie was just AMAZING!! so are you of course!! love ya!! I laughed I cried I was angry....and I had so many memories since an incedent very close happened to me and my husband when we were first married.. he was 28 and had a 'kiss' with a girl he met while out of town... sadly my husband passed away August 1, 2006 (43 years old unexpectedly, massive heart attack.. no warnings..) I am now a 37 year old widow.... the movie the last kiss had so many memories for me flood back.. some good and not so good.. shows lifes hurdles and as the movies theme.. choices... in life what choices we make can effect us throughout our lives. both good and bad. wow to just walk up to you would be soo cool.. you are so down to earth and good hearted not to mention just so damn good looking... not funny I mean it you are H.O.T. hot! hey my husband knew I was 'lusting' over you.... seriously I support you and know you are one amazing guy! I cannot wait for scrubbs season to start .. any movies your in I am so there watching. the music is fabulous. now I have the last kiss soundtrac and movie on my wish list. well have a wonderful night/day.week..ect.. and if you cannot reply due to the large volume of fans I will understand. I now you try to respond to all. so peace and love, ~ your number one fan, Holly~

Holly Hannum | 2006-09-17 21:20:13

saw it on wednesday at a free screening it was very good I liked it a lot. I know there are 600 of these to go through but I thought I would write a comment anyways just incase you got to me.

-kT

Kate | 2006-09-17 21:34:15

Didn't see the flick yet, but there was a great piece on you today in the Boston Globe. I loved it, and is it true you're the new Fletch???

Laurie | 2006-09-17 21:50:08

First of all, I walked out of the Miami City Ballet to go catch the movie on opening night. Now that%u2019s dedication.
I HATED it/ LOVED it. I need to see it again to really know how I feel about it.
I enjoyed: The comedy, the acting, and the music and how it fit the scenes. I was extremely impressed with the scene where everyone says %u201Cgoodnight%u201D and how it connected the story, the music, and the themes.
I didn%u2019t like: The character development (especially of your character) since it seemed unfounded. I didn%u2019t really feel Michael%u2019s love for Jenna during and after the affair with Kim.
The movie moved me though, which is a pretty good indicator of its quality. Afterwards, I had two main thoughts: Getting married and having kids is not going to be as much fun as I thought, and I really need to get out there and experience college. I%u2019m a college sophomore (like Kim) at the University of Florida. If she%u2019s out there going to parties with 30-yr olds I should be out doing the same. Like the movie showed, you really only have one chance to experience college. So I found a house party to go and watched my first game of beer pong and talked to the typical %u201Ccollege kids.%u201D Not to say it was the best night of my life, but your movie was just the push I needed. I%u2019m so glad I was able to see The Last Kiss on its opening night and be affected by it enough to take action. I can%u2019t wait to go show it to my other friends!
PS %u2013 I watched your radio show on rehearsals.com and Imogen Heap is even cooler than I imagined!!!

Marley Kaplan | 2006-09-17 22:06:29

Awesome film.. Enjoyed it very much.. I think it kinda freaked out my girlfriend of five years though.. But we'll be ok.. Thanks, man, for making awesome movies.. Can't wait for Open Hearts.. AG

Aaron | 2006-09-17 22:07:57

I loved the movie it hit a little to close to home in parts. That wasn't a good think but it made me feel and wanna get off my ass and do something different. Great movie

HArry Bush | 2006-09-17 22:20:54

I'm sure the movie is great, and I'm a fan of yours, but I remember seeing the original, Italian version last year for a comp studies class of mine and being highly entertained. I thought it was a genuienly good movie. What I'm annoyed about is that no one is giving the original any nod! Why is the same movie being filmed twice? I know the fact that the love interest of the main character is underage in the original, but it pisses me off that the film marked is so closed that there isn't any room for foriegn films. Did you watch the original and base your performance off of this, or did you insist on not watching it and brining your own take to the script?

Joanna | 2006-09-17 22:26:48

Whoops, didn't include email, in case, ZOMG, you'd be interested in answering a question.

Joanna | 2006-09-17 22:28:25

Hello Zach! I saw the Last Kiss this afternoon. I really loved it. This was totally one of those movies that stays with you long after you've left the theatre. You probably see 10,000 messages like this but congratulations. Everything you do has a tenderness and wonderful feeling about it. i can't wait for the next one!!

Angelica | 2006-09-17 22:30:28

*******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************I just saw the movie for the second time, and i was able to sit through it and at least be objective and not scream at you on the screen. and can i just say, you are so amazing. you are so talented at what you do. i still could have beaten the hell out of you at parts. but other than me wanting to slash your tires, i found this movie to be so sensational both in heart break and love. I want to believe love can continue, and like i said, if i found you on my front porch tomorrow, id totally take you back. id like to say im a passionate romantic at heart and that love is real, and i know i said at first she shouldnt take you back, but im not so sure now. yeah i wanna say "STICK IT TO HIM!" but i dunno...alas. but ANYHOO! i plugged you on our radio show tonight and told EVERYONE to go see the movie and how excellent it was. and now im headed to bed cuz it looks sooo gooood! until next time kids *CJ *Currently Listening To: "ICome Away With Me"-Norah Jones

Christa J | 2006-09-17 22:31:55

you've done it again... amazing movie... that's two in a row... i gotta say after garden state... i wasn't sure i was gonna see another awesome movie like that... but you proved me wrong...

i give you major props for doing such movie... ang i also give you my highest compliments.... you have easily become one of my favorite actors... and i've become a huge fan... fo rnot only in you choice of movies but also in your choice of music...

i loved all the comedy in the movie mixed in with the drama... and i especially loved it when it comes right in the middle of the drama... one word: "SLUT?" :)

dod what you do best....

peace...
Kamille

kamille | 2006-09-17 22:34:23

Ma nishma ZAcH? So proud of you---R*E*P*R*E*S*E*N*T!
Wanted to be one of the FIRST to see ThE LAsT KiSs...you did great...although I was disappointed in you for "going back"...LOL!

Limor | 2006-09-17 22:36:24

Zach, it was wonderful. Garden State was on of my favorite movies in year and this one was just has touhing and wonderul as that one. I love your work, I have SUCH a crush on you. Keep up the great work!!

Angelica | 2006-09-17 22:37:42

Hey Zach. I just saw your movie today and I absolutely loved it. It was kind of like a bittersweet feeling when I exited the theatres because even though I'm used to that ending where everything falls into place, you didn't put it that way. That's a really good thing because after a few minutes of discussing this movie with the friends that I watched it with, in real life it doesn't take a few more seconds to forgive someone like that. That last scene was great because it showed how forgiveness exists but it takes awhile right? Also, as much as I love Rachel Bilson, I hated her character. With seeing the trailer, I didn't even expect her to be a stupid college teen but you know what though, if I hated her character this much, it means that she did an awesome job of playing that role because it really affected me haha. You know what I mean? That's what she was suppose to do, that was her role. After watching this film I came to realize that this movie is like no other, because you weren't scared to put out what's real. All those situations in the movie do exist and I'm glad that you put it out there for people to see.

I really loved this movie and I'm planning to watch it again :) Good job!

- Kat

Kat Vee | 2006-09-17 22:49:12

I just got back from the last kiss with two of my friends. We are three college age males, and we absolutely loved it! I mean, it was great, but intense and hard to watch but just great. I loved Garden State and this was different, but really had a great deal to say.

Thanks for being in a great movie. I enjoyed it.

Thane | 2006-09-17 23:02:25

hey zach,

i saw ur movie last night and i have to say that unlike the resounding "great" response most of the posters had about the film my feeling were mixed.

I can say that i empathized with all the characters except for yours. It wasn't the acting (that was excellent) it was more the character itself. i mean HOW could michael go back to kim after he had kissed her and already realized that he loved the mother of his child more? Did he go back to re-realize that? I guess coming from a female perspective it boggles my mind. Is the message that love is to forgive the mistake, no matter how many times it happens?

As far as the cinematography, sequence, score everything flowed beautifully.

I'm glad i saw it, but i'm not sure i agreed with it.

jill | 2006-09-17 23:04:47

I saw the movie on friday night and I loved it so much. I cried and I laughed and I felt totally connected to the story and the characters. I HATED your character at times, was in love with him at other times and felt like hitting him over the head for being such an idiot. But I know that guy, you know? If I was a guy, I would probably BE that guy.

Also, I loved Blythe Danner. What a beautiful woman. That scene where she breaks down on the treadmill-- I wept with her. Who hasn't had a moment like that? All the performances were amazing.

I'm so happy you have this blog because I really want you to know how much I loved this movie.

Bravo and congratulations.
Gillian

Whoopseedaisy | 2006-09-17 23:17:28

hey i dont know that you'll ever see this but i saw your movie tonight with a couple of my friends and before this story begins i began as a garden stae fan because im from nj but have quickly been converted to a scrubs fan (which i heard you were leaving scrubs very upsetting) anyway i just wanted you to know i really liked your movie and i would go see it again and i guess thats it i wont go into any more detail because then i'll sound like all the other 16 year old girls who think youre dreamy (i'm not 16 by the way) anyway now im rambling and you wont ever read this but i liked it so great job last buddy < 3

katie | 2006-09-17 23:33:27

That movie was totally awesome. Very impressed. For some reason I didn't think it would be as good as it was.

Great job. Can't wait to see it again.

Jimmy

PS - Please stay on SCRUBS for a few more seasons! The show is just hitting its stride. If you stay you will forever be my hero! I'm begging you.

Jimmy Savage | 2006-09-17 23:44:47

Zach..
Honestly, The Last Kiss exceeded all of the expectations I had. At first, I was kind of nervous, because of my crazy and sometimes annoying love for Garden State. But oh, was I ever wrong. I cried the most I've ever cried in a movie. Especially with the part when "Warning Sign" was playing, oh my goodness. Props Zach, big fat ultra props.

Hey, so I hear Open Hearts is due out in 2007? I'm pretty pumped for that, do you think you'll have a Garden State-esque soundtrack for that film as well? If so, I'm even more pumped.

Keep doing what you do Zach, I can't wait to see what's next.

P.s. Constructive criticism is key, don't let it get you down.. The film was nothing short of fantastic.

=)

Camille | 2006-09-18 00:26:56

Just saw the movie tonight, and it was good. But it sort of left me feeling like something was missing, like not all the pieces fit together well enough. I guess I wanted to like it so much from what I saw from the trailer, that maybe I overhyped it for myself. I did the same thing for Garden State. I saw the trailer so early on and by the time I saw it, i was sort of left feeling a bit cold.

Still, it was a good movie. I totally get Michael and why he did what he did. I have to say, as silly as it may sound, I'd probably do the same thing if I were in his situation.

loring | 2006-09-18 00:41:33

hey zach, heard about this website in the gq issue. i actually just came back from watching the movie and i have to say, i was a little skeptical going into it because of the reviews and all that.

nonetheless, i liked the trailer so i went out w/ my friend to watch it anyway, and i ended up liking it a lot. i thought it was pretty funny and the movie was applicable to my life. everyone in the theatre seemed to have a good time too. hope you come up with more films like this, good work

steve | 2006-09-18 00:53:42

FIRST ONE TO COMMENT ON THE NUMBERS!
4.7 MILLION BABY!
okay i'm from germany and have no heck wheter that's good or bad, but i reckon top 4 is good and it might get better over the week since this is not the typcal teenage "gridon gang"-whatever movie!
can't wait for the release here, i think it is in 2 weeks! i'll let you know how much ass it kicked(definetly gonna watch it in english cause a) it's better and b) your german voice sucks!!!)

regas jaykissel

jonas | 2006-09-18 02:12:33

Hey Zach,
Just wanted to say g'day!
Havent seen "the last kiss", as it hasnt been released in the land of oz, just yet! But it looks great!!! Cant wait!!

Thanks.....
Bernadette
p.s Garden State rocked!!!

Bernadette | 2006-09-18 02:59:42

I knew I shouldn't have read this... First and foremost because I won't be able to see the movie yet for quite a while, and reading all these comments saying the movie is awesome certainly doesn't help. The second, and the more irritating thing, is that I've now gotten pivotal (at least that's how it feels) parts of the story spoiled, and that's really a bummer. Ah, well, still looking forward to watching this seemingly really good piece of art.

Jacob | 2006-09-18 03:15:27

the movie was great. i loved the realism and how genuine the characters were. great job to the cast and crew! btw, loved the soundtrack!

stella | 2006-09-18 04:45:59

I liked the movie. Very realistic. I could easily identify (or know people who are like them) with the characters. I also loved seeing shots of Madison. It warmed my 'Sconnie heart! ; ) GO BADGERS AND PACKERS!!!

Amy | 2006-09-18 05:09:49

Hey Zach,

I was lucky enough to be in Canada a few days ago and managed to see 'The Last Kiss' on Friday and I just have to say, I really liked it. It didn't lose my attention for a second, and it was just great. As you've said, it's a very honest and gritty story, and I'm going to be recommending all my friends go and see it the moment it's released over here in the UK. I was afraid it would be too much of a 'chick flick' when it started, and while it isn't my usual kind of movie I still loved every moment and can't wait for it come out here so I can watch it all over again...and again...and again.. and .. you get the idea.

I especially loved the soundtrack! I even went straight over to HMV and bought it :), despite already having a few of the songs already based on your recommendations (gotta love Cary Brothers and Joshua Radin). It hasn't been out of my CD player since I got it! I even got told to turn my CD player off on the flight home because I was listening to it on take off. Oops.

To anyone else reading this, if you haven't seen the movie yet.. why are you still reading this?.. go watch it now!!!! You're eyes will love you for the rest of your life!

Great job Zach! Keep up the good work!

-Rich

p.s. Check out http://www.publicsymphony.com/ , based on some of the music you've recommended I'm pretty sure you'll like 'em. Especially the track "Anything is Possible".

Richard Adams | 2006-09-18 05:42:45

Zachary Braff,
The movie was really moving. And the dialogue was writen so well that all of the quotes and fights seemed incredibly realistic. I just wish the movie could have been longer so that I could have seen a little more closure on some of the other characters. And the ending- AWESOME! It was just a perfect way to end it without making the movie seem to preachy. The last part of the movie also reminded me of the movie "Eight Days a Week". It's a god older movie you should check out. Oh yeah- and any movie soundtrack that has Rachael Yamagata on it is ok by me! Good luck with everything- Jessica M.
By the way, now that we've seen the Last Kiss, when is Fast Track going to come out?!

Jessica M. | 2006-09-18 06:07:06

I couldnt of liked it more, the chracters were just amazing and the acting was just out of this world. Its really life changing.

Jack | 2006-09-18 06:26:22

The movie was great! Loved the last scene on the porch. I think the film did a good job of presenting real relationships.... unfortunately, real relationships do not equal big box office. Hopefully word of mouth will catch on so people can see this great film in theatres.

nick | 2006-09-18 06:34:01

Hey Zach,
I saw the movie this weekend.
I thought your acting was amazing, along with Jacinda's.
The fighting between the two of you was the most realistic I've ever seen in the movies.

However, (I'm sure there will be a lot of eye rolling for this) but I felt there was too much gratuitous nudity in the film that actually took away from a lot of the scenes. I was pretty disapointed in that because it was very unneccesary. The story was strong enough without that.

I loved seeing you play a character that was not like J.D. or Largeman. You were an utter ass. It really showed that you can do anything and I'm looking forward to seeing you in the future.

Liz | 2006-09-18 06:34:11

Zach - My girlfriend and I weren't going to miss opening night on Friday. The 10:10pm show in Royal Oak, Michigan wasn't packed but there was a good crowd and everyone really seemed to dig the film.

For the first time since I walked out of the theater for Garden State I had something to think about. I feel reenergized in my excitement for film and storytelling and most importantly the movie made me want to keep writing. Thanks - I needed that.

Guy | 2006-09-18 06:46:04

Thank you for making such an honest movie. I truly loved it, even though it made me cry. Fantastic job!

Shannon | 2006-09-18 07:11:00

Well, it's taken me a while to get back about the movie...but I finally have internet. (at work...where I shouldn't be playing : P) But anyway...

I saw the movie Saturday evening...I begged my guy to see it with me on Friday, but I ended up missing it to attend a music and heritage festival (which was a blast). Old blues bands and such. At any rate...I finally saw it and I thought it was a great movie. I cried at some parts b/c I could really relate with the pain of the characters...and (yet again) I see Kevin in your character (which is scary). I have to admit that I wanted to beat the crap out of your character a couple of times, but all in all a great movie. A bit more depressing... but wonderful. Thanks again for movie that was painstakingly true to life. I always appreciate the honesty in your work. :*)

Kristina | 2006-09-18 07:17:39

great job, great film...honest, real, relevant, resounding. Thank you.

wheeler | 2006-09-18 07:35:46

Zach: I saw The Last Kiss over the weekend. It was such a movie. Thanks for always making such human movies. Afterwards me and my fiancé had a seriously needed good talk.

You are such a dynamic actor%u2026 I know you are a fabulous director but please stay in front of the camera too!

Can%u2019t wait to see your next projects.

Jessie

Jessie | 2006-09-18 07:51:28

I mean it was a *beautiful* movie, lol. ;)

Jessie | 2006-09-18 07:52:28

I saw the movie on opening night (finally)

My friend and I loved it. It was true, honest and beautiful. It made me think, cry and laugh at the same time. I particulary love the interactions between your character and the two women. You could really feel the dilemna that goes true him.

And, the music is amazing...

Françoise
Montreal, Canada

Françoise | 2006-09-18 07:54:50

it was awesome man!! Real life!! having gone through a similar situation! it really hit home! its awesoome man!

Joe | 2006-09-18 08:09:14

I saw the film, and I enjoyed it. It was very sad, but some very realistic dialog, great job by all the actors. Zach, you are great at the physical humor. Its so amusing to see you get beat up by girls.

Anyway, keep up the good work, hope the movie does great!

-Misha

Misha Sapsay | 2006-09-18 08:18:24

I saw The Last Kiss yesterday and just wanted to say that I loved it. It was real and painful to watch in parts but I thought it was very well done. It certainly makes you think about the complexity of relationships and how hard they can be because they don't fit into neat little packages. Congratulations on the movie and I hope it does well. Looking forward to a new season of Scrubs!

Amanda | 2006-09-18 08:51:48

I really enjoyed the movie. The acting was great. I'd never seen JD yell like that (Largeman or Chicken Little either). I was describing the movie to a friend of mine and told her, "You either know someone in the movie, or you are one of them."

I like the whole movie, however the ending felt abrupt, though. I don't know why. I guess I didn't get the 10 minutes of post-climax resolution that mainstream movies have adapted my mind to expect. I'm a Pavlov's dog, I suppose. But I wouldn't change a thing.

Will we be seeing a "spin-off" about the boys'[ road trip?

Jason

Jason | 2006-09-18 09:20:45

I'm 78 not looking for anything. Agree you are bright and talanted wondering if we have mutual relations
ist cousing Jerome Braff Calif.
aunt /uncles not longer living Belmont Mass
cousins Danny Braff deceased Bronx NY
Renee Braff Boca Raton Fl
Elaine Braff Grollman St Louis Mo

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Lorraine Wagner madian name Lorraine Braff | 2006-09-18 09:24:21

great movie great performance as usual

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Zach,

I'd like to thank you for finding and making films about things that effect our generation. We're a special breed, with thoughts and problems that, perhaps, haven't affected others before us.

The film was fantastic and smart and well done.

fyi - I saw it in Evanston on Friday night with a packed house!

Dawn

Dawn | 2006-09-18 09:57:43

I saw the movie yesterday with my husband. We are both 29 w/2 kids. The movie is all about us and our friends, and our generation. It's an awesome movie! Well done!

Susan E | 2006-09-18 10:06:42

Broseph!

Saw it first thing Friday at 11 a.m. in Burbank, where apparently the Burbank High school Zach Braff die hard chix (3 girls in their pajamas)...came and ooohh'd and ahhh'd every time you did something "cute" or noteworthy...or moved further in the relationship with Kimberly; whom they DID NOT like and appropriately commented every time the beauty zipped by at 24fps. "Slut, much?" "What is she wearing?" Were some of my faves. I was thrilled that out of the LARGEST of the auditoriums, that these 3 young female gem stones decided to sit behind my wife and I...

Seriously though, regardless of the BHS pajama party, I thought it was definitely in the top 4 of what I've seen all year!! You should be congratulated on your work...such a fine ensemble of talent and execution. You know...just good filmmaking. I'm doing all the personal marketing of the film that I can, and hopefully The Last Kiss can ride the wave with Little Miss Sunshine.

James Sheldon | 2006-09-18 10:29:20

I saw the movie twice over the weekend and both times I really enjoyed it. It was a very good movie, and one that I will take to heart. So far I really enjoy your work. The movies that you participate in are vastly different from Scrubs.

But on to more important things. How can I get an attractive woman to just up and give me her number?

David | 2006-09-18 10:45:22

I loved the Last Kiss. The movie in itself was amazing and beautiful. It was an accurate portrayl of love and life. Your acting was also exuberant. Congratulations! Hope all is well!

Hannah Machlin | 2006-09-18 11:02:02

Hey Zach,
I've now seen The Last Kiss twice, once at the Toronto International Film Festival, and again this weekend with some friends. The 2nd time was just as good as the first, this movie is so honest and as a person nearing that same stage in life I can say that it all really hit home. It makes you feel so much more comfortable with yourself than you were when you walked into the theatre, finally seeing something other than the perfect relationship and storybook ending. I loved seeing such raw emotion coming from each character, I said it in an earlier post and I'll say it again, so many things make you feel like your watching you and your friends instead of a movie. There were so many parts where something so ridiculous and random would happen that you just can't stop laughing, (i.e. pinching nuts)because it was hilarious and because you've done the same thing at some point...
Basically, I just want to say congrats, again, on another wonderful film. I will see it again and again.
Sincerely,
Cassandra

Cassandra | 2006-09-18 11:15:46

Sorry to say it, but I didn't love it. I loved you, as usual, but I didn't find this a more honest or in depth examination of relationships and what goes wrong. The acting felt genuine was heart wrenching and that was great, but I am tired of seeing movies about men cheating on their partners and women taking them back. I'm pretty sure not all guys cheat and that they're not all scared and it would be refresthing to see that reflected on screen every now and then. A relationship can be tested without infidelity.

The other thing that was off is that at the beginning Michael is all about his buddies and looking out for Izzie but when he finds out that his dad died, we don't see/hear anything from him. What happened there?

So those are my thoughts.. always looking forward to your next project.

M. | 2006-09-18 11:22:27

I just wanted to say that The Last Kiss really moved me, It was honest and i appreciate that. not a lot of movies today will do that so thank you. Your character was of course an asshole but i think you did a great job acting (you don't seem to be one in real life). On another note i read in the Times this morning that you are going to remake the movie Open Hearts...I absolutely love that film. I saw it, what 3 or 4 years ago at Sundance and I fell in love with the movie/characters/story line/etc..and I can't wait to see how you portray it, you better do it justice! PS This is the first Blog I've ever written, it's pretty cool.
Thanks, Veronica

Veronica | 2006-09-18 11:23:30

Dear Zach Braff,
Garden State is controversally my favorite movie ever for it's witty banter. In simple terms, every time I have a bad day, I come home and watch that movie. It automatically puts me in a better mood. The Last Kiss sucked, man. I can't envision myself coming home from a bad day and watching a movie about your character cheating on his pregnant, beautiful girlfriend for an annoying, retarded college student who is not dynamic at all whatsoever.
To be honest, Zach, I have had quite a crush on you ever since I watched Garden State. It is such a brilliant movie for a new director/writer/actor. However, I hope that you reconsider the direction you are currently going in because I, as well as other friends, are beginning to perceive you as a typical egotistical Hollywood actor.
Peace and love, man.

Kate | 2006-09-18 11:26:31

First of all, the acting was PHENOMENAL. Blythe Danner and Tom Wilkinson made me cry and laugh and feel sick and feel sad and feel happy and it was a beautiful thing to watch.

You and Jenna were also fantastic. The dialogue between the two of you was so natural and she actually made pulling a knife on you convincing, Both of you made some really amazing, beautiful choices. When you pulled away from her face and said, "But I went back..." HOLY SHIT. Heavy stuff.

COULD YOU HAVE FOUND A CUTER BABY TO BE CASEY AFFLECK'S SON?!

I really liked the emphasis placed on mirrors in the movie. I loved the vagueness that the mirrors provided, and then the feel of the individual looking into the mirror of his or her own relationship.

The end took me by surprise, but the more I thought about it, the more I loved it.

The only relationship I didn't find convincing was the one between Kenny and the girl from the wedding. i would have loved it so much more if she had just remained the sexaholic they played her out to be in the beginning. It seemed a little forced that she would have brought her parents into it, but it was still funny nonetheless.

Ok, so to make a long story short, I loved it. It touched me, it pissed me off, it made me cry, it made me laugh. It ran the gamut, and congrats on another great movie.

Emilie Soffe | 2006-09-18 11:30:27

I finally got a chance to see the movie and I understand why you've been so proud of it. I'm far younger than 30 but in the not so distant past I was in a serious relationship and felt all the pressure and the thoughts that go through your head. It's a miracle anyone from our generation has a lasting relationship. Maybe it would be better if everyone didn't analyze everything so damn much. Anyhow, the soundtrack was a perfect fit for the movie just like Garden State. Friends of mind have told me they feel like the soundtracks have taken your movies from good to memorable. I'm sure a great soundtrack will be a staple of Zach Braff movies for years to come. Congratulations on the film again and I look forward to Scrubs at the beginning of next year.

Mike | 2006-09-18 11:35:24

I think the only reason why I didn%u2019t feel so great about this movie was the punch-in-the-stomach truth about relationships that it offered. I like that it made me think, (so much so that days after I%u2019m still contemplating the implications) but I didn%u2019t really like the fact that it made me want to kill myself and never get married jkjk. We could all use a little hope and that is something this film seemed to lack, I left the theatre emotionally drained. Sex scenes should make people happy, the one with Michael and Kim made me cry in disgust. That doesn't make it a bad movie, not all movies are supposed to be feel good chick flicks, but I think that we're always so used to seeing you in the role of the nice guy and in this one you played an asshole. Overall, I guess I'd summarize this movie as cynicism with a lesson in the understanding of human flaws and forgiveness.

Meagan | 2006-09-18 11:41:35

The last Kiss has been out for 3 days so far, and i have already seen it twice so far, and i know it wont be my last, my congrats Zach for your role in this movie, because it was perfect acting done by all, and the story was brillant because it never slowed down at anypoint, and always kept you wanting more.

Thanks Zach

JohnnyPyke | 2006-09-18 11:53:20

Hey, Zach - Loved the movie. Saw it the morning it opened, and again since. Eliza is a casting director and an actress ("Brunella at the desk" in ANIMAL HOUSE), so she's used to having to pre-screen actors for her producers. She's in the habit of pre-viewing movies to get me (Eric) to go with her.
And then there's her kid (Keaton Simons - pregnant with him when she shot ANIMAL HOUSE), her other kid (Morgan Simons acateringco.com), her parents, Lila Garrett (KPFK) and David Rayfiel (writer, THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR), and my kid (Emma Roberts). They all rely on her to tell them what to see. Just want you to know a few members of your audience for the film, cause all of the above have now seen it. We've loved Tony Goldwyn since A WALK ON THE MOON, plus Eliza's always appreciated him big time as an actor, including in earliest days. We just missed you at one of the pre-Emmy parties. If we'd not left before you arrived, we'd have handed you yet another Keaton Simons album, with a new song, "Without Your Skin". I think you said once to someone on the crew of your TV show that people keep talking to you about Keaton.
Let's put it this way - He hopes you like his music as much as he (and everyone) loves the musical choices you make for your films. And if you don't love his stuff, he still loves yours. By the way, I can't say I found your character in LAST KISS all that unlikable, but then I played "Paul Snider" in STAR 80...So my view on bad guys might be a bit skewed. You are great in everything, including this guy. Hope you get this. That hope has motivated me to go chat on my message board at ericrobertsactor.com. If you miraculously get a minute, do check out Keaton at myspace.com/keatonsimons or one of those youtube, fabchannel type places. Peace. Eric
tripleeeproductions@yahoo.com

Eliza & Eric Roberts | 2006-09-18 12:11:45

Zach,
Happy Rosh Hashana!
I loved this film! I loved it because it was real and it wasn't a typical Hollywood film where everything was wrapped up in a tidy little bow at the end. It was great how it ended. I like how all the characters were flawed and they embraced and accepted their flaws yet tried to ultimately grow and become better people. You did a terrific job. I hope you get an Oscar nomination.

Good Luck on Scrubs this season. My husband and I love your show.

Michelle Patashna

Michelle Patashna | 2006-09-18 12:14:22

First off, Zachariah i really liked you in this movie, and since i am such a fan of Scrubs i thought it would be hard for me to see you in another role, especially something that is far different like this one. That being said, i didn't even think of JD after maybe minute 2 of u being on screen. So to me that is the sign of a great actor, KUDOS.

But for a review of the movie i'd break it down like this:

Writing: All the writing within the fighting was spot on brilliance; i've never heard better dialogue in those situations. The writing between the friends sounded exactly like how i would envision these characters talking. However, the dialogue between Michael in Kim seemed forced to me, and any of the writing having to do with what love really meant seemed way to obvious and preachy. I compared this to Crash, where the characters made these bold statements not through their words as much as their actions, and in that way they spoke volumes, but in this film it seemed like the words were written to sum up the movie for a preview, which they work great in, but in the movie seem overdone.
Overall the writing a B

Acting: I thought all the acting was brilliant, especially Blythe Danner who should be getting at least an Oscar nomination for this role. The only quams i would have would be Rachel Bilson's, however I don't blame it on her, i blame it on the horrible lines she had to say. If they made her less desperate she would be more intriguining, and would be more understandable abotu why Michael couldn't stop himself.
Over the acting an A-

Directing:
Good use of angles, and as mentioned prior the mirror shots, these were used well all through out the movie and added to the overall presentation, but nothing groundbreaking. However, if i have to see one more crossfade sequence of someone in different postitions i think im gonna kill someone.
Overall the directing a B-

The message seemed to be totally true, until the very end, when she opens the door, that made know sense, she just said she couldn't do it. It should have ended with her turning the porch light off and he is left there. Then we can decide for ourselves does she take him back or doesn't she, because he made it clear he really wouldn't give up.
Overall the story a B-

Overall the movie is a B. Not bad, it definitly had some fantastic scenes, but if this move in a small sense, gets over itself, it could be even better.

Ryan Hoffman | 2006-09-18 12:31:47

hi zach!!!
wow!!u're the best!!
see ya!!!
kisses from the far..and beautiful Italy!!!!

kia | 2006-09-18 12:32:56

I loved the film. It was very real and conveys the truth about relationship and what some people think but are scared to say out loud: that they're scared. Your character (Michael) showed that even if you are in a "perfect" relationship, there can be other thoughts of inadequacies. These thoughts are hardly ever verbalized by other people in relationships that it makes you wonder if you're the only person in the world going through curiousities and even sometimes boredom. The only thing I did not like relating to the movie were the previews that came out advertising the film. They were making it seem like the film was more of a romantic comedy than an actual drama, which I felt it was. I loved the film and felt that I also connected to it. It was the first truly honest movie I've ever seen regarding relationships (and I loved the ending).

Amanda | 2006-09-18 12:42:48

Hi Zach,
I saw the movie yesterday and I loved every minute of it! Being close to 30 myself, it really hit close to home. I love how doors are kept open and how it shows that, in the end, there's no right or wrong way to live your life. Kudos to the cast & crew!

Josie from Quebec, Canada | 2006-09-18 12:46:34

Hey i saw the movie this week and really enjoyed the only thing that hugely peeved mee was thee theater lost sound in the last 2 min of the film i was sooo angry. But since i've seen it the movie has defeinitely stayed with me. I'll probably see it a second time.

ps. i loved the scenes with you and rachel most you guys should work together again.

Christine Medrano | 2006-09-18 13:03:44

Saw Last Kiss yesterday...Loved it! Seriously, my favorite movie so far this year! Great project for you after Garden State. So many aspects of it hit close to home. I have been praising it to all who will listen. It is one of those movies that stir in your head long after leaving the theater! Just wish I could buy the DVD already!

Jeff | 2006-09-18 13:16:57

Hey There -

My friend and I went to see this yesterday here in Toronto and both of us absolutely loved it. We were huge Garden State fans as well and to be honest I was a little worried that this would be essentially the same film. My worries were unfounded.

This was a brilliantly realistic film and you honestly were incredible in it. I am in the 29-about-to-be-30 situation myself and, even though I'm a girl, totally identified with the crises going on amongst the guys in the film. You should be very proud of your performance (really, everyone involved should be proud - they were all great)- you had to walk a fine line between the likeable protagonist and the a$$hole that really hurts his (incredible) girlfriend and you did it very well. Bonus points for a kickass soundtrack too. Good job! I know both myself and my friend will be anxiously awaiting the DVD release.

Nicole | 2006-09-18 13:19:54

I saw the movie yesturday with my sister. It was beautiful, moving, and afterward I needed to just take a walk because there were so many thoughts. Please continue to maintain this integrity in your career so real fans can just trust that if you believe in it, then it is worthy of our time and energy. That is not often found today. Loving the soundtrack too! Great fall music. Thanks, Zach.

Amanda | 2006-09-18 13:20:03

Hello from Poland :)

I'm glad I found this website, your posts are very friendly and seem very honest. It's pleasure to read them. I'm very excited about The Last Kiss, I'm just afraid in Poland it's gonna be long time before it will actually be shown in the movie theaters. Any news about European entries? And will Scrubs finally be present on Polish TV?!

Anyway, I have a nice idea concerning the T-shirt competition. I just don't have any way of preparing the project, but maybe I'll figure something out. :)

Good luck!

Asia

Asia | 2006-09-18 13:20:12

oh my, zach. it absolutely did. in a huge way.

life is very messy. love is never easily simplified. there really was just so much to relate to for nearly anyone, but i was especially touched by blythe danner's character.

and the end, where you see just how innocent and sad "kim" really was.

a beautiful movie.

Sarcomical (Melissa) | 2006-09-18 13:38:23

Movie was amazing.

It's so refreshing to see something real with amazing acting to make it even more realistic. Thanks for making something that actually shows how life is.

Too many times we see movies in Hollywood that give us false ideations of how life "should" be. Love isn't kisses and chocolate and flowers on bright, sunny days. Love is raw and unpredictable.

Thanks for being honest. Thanks for choosing movies that make a difference. Thanks for being genuine. Thanks for being so obviously genuine that I know that you are genuine without ever meeting you.

By the way... one time I saw you on a plane going to JFK at Christmas time [I think it was 2 years ago]. I think you were meeting with your dad. That's sweet and it's nice to know a celebrity still takes the time for the people that matter. Because in the end, that's ALL that matters.

Anyways, the simplicity of this comment is this: Thanks for being raw. My friends & I appreciated The Last Kiss mainly because we saw how universal our lives were. It was nice to know that others are as messed up as us. ;)

Jamie Varon | 2006-09-18 13:41:29

ZB,
I went to the movie friday night with my friend Kim and thought it was amazing. I really enjoyed the movie and have listened to the soundtrack many times since friday. I look foreward to your next film project and to the next season of Scrubs. I have been reading everywhere it will probably be the last season of Scrubs and I hope that isn't the case because it is one of my favourite television shows. I think you are extremly talanted and one of my favourite actors. Thank you for taking the time to read this (if you do).
Conor C.

Conor | 2006-09-18 13:46:36

I hate that I love this movie.

Everything was really right up my alley, though listening to my boyfriend of 2 years come up with his own logical reasoning why Micheal chose to cheat on his otherwise delightful girlfriend made my stomach turn.

missmargo | 2006-09-18 13:47:49

I never miss Conan. You looked pretty cute on the show!

Emily | 2006-09-18 13:56:05

Hey Zach, I went to see The Last Kiss on Saturday. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The soundtrack was great. I liked the fact that the film showed all points of views of relationships, including that of older couples. I also found it more realistic that there wasn't a happy ending with everything perfectly wrapped up in the last 10 minutes. Great job and God bless!
-Stephanie
age 17, FL

Stephanie B. | 2006-09-18 14:19:00

WHO ARE YOU?!?!?!?! you're amazing.

The Last Kiss was absolutly fabulous. All i can say is thakn you for bringing such amazing movies into this world. you're a very talented person whom i would like to marry. lol

From this website and the last...i feel almsot like i know you, as i am sure many of your other fans do also. I wish i did.

Funny actually, my friend asked me a little while ago who i would have lunch with if i could pick someone, and i said you becuse i think you are so wonderful. true story.

xxxx and one o

brianne

Brianne | 2006-09-18 14:19:58

i absolutely love it all but the last few frames. i'm going to force myself to imagine that the credits fade in as michael sits on the porch in the rain.

kassi | 2006-09-18 14:20:12

I saw "The Last Kiss" on sunday afternoon. By the end of the movie, I had to sit for a good ten minutes letting what I just saw sink in.

I saw it with a friend of mine who so happens to be a film student at the college we both attend. For the entire length of the movie I heard her groans and "ohs" from scenes to story lines to character lines.

For me, I appreciated the diversity in each story line. From a guy who's just fucking around, to another guy who just found out he was having a baby with his friend, to a guy who had a baby with his wife and is still having problems, to an elderly couple having trouble with their marraige and lastly to a guy who just lost the love of his life. There were so many levels and the characters were much deeper then an hour and a half movie could show. That's what I liked. It was an hour and a hour look into the lives of these people and it starts where it left off, no happy endings. So many people are afraid to make movies like that because people generally like happy, tied off endings where the two people ride off in the sunset. I loved the ending and the absolute determination Micheal went through to get his girlfriend back.

Not to mention Blythe Danner was "UH!-mazing." She stole my heart and kept me in my seat the entire with the movie. I hadn't really appreciated her as an actress until I saw this movie.

The montauge (*sp?*) while Imogan Heap's song playing gave me goose bumps. I loved it.

I hate reading reviews about this movie and it talks about the movie and it's "erratic woman" which is completely unfair to the cast and director. If the man you're about to have a baby with told you he had been with another woman you wouldn't exactly be making him cookies.

I've already made this comment longer then it should've been but it's taking me a day to sit on this movie and mull it over. It's not "Garden State," I don't think there can ever be another "Garden State." This movie is a "Last Kiss," and is great all in it's own way.

Nicki

Nicki | 2006-09-18 15:09:20

Hey, Zach,

I saw your movie last night and I loved it! It had the same effect on me as when I watched "Lost In Translation" while I was living in South Korea - I definitely felt it. Thanks for being such a fantastic rep for our generation ;)

xoxoxox

p.s. Great soundtrack as well!

Kelly | 2006-09-18 15:15:06

Hey Zach, So how are you holdin up after all that travel and publicity? It seems exhuasting promoting a movie, but I bet raising twins would be a close second.

Saw the interview in the LA Times today, good pic of you, but the article was a bit dull. They always seem to have a hard time portraying you as a multi-dimensional person. I've learned to only believe what I read in your blogs or what comes directly out of your mouth (and what a nice mouth it is, might I add!)

I saw the movie on Sunday, I made a point of going THIS weekend since you asked so nicely. It was no easy task, let me tell you, I had to pry myself away from my crying twin girls and trust my hubby to take care of them. It was a much needed day of rest though, and I got to see you on the big screen! I went with my mom which was a little awkward during the sex scenes (who wants to watch people screw while your mom sits next to you eating popcorn?) We both really liked it, we talked for about two hours afterward about the content of the movie. The whole cast did a fantastic job. Blythe Danner was amazing, she almost didn't need lines, her facial expressions say so much. Jacinda's performance after she finds out about Michael's indiscretions blew me away, it was so real and heartwrenching to watch. You did a great job playing a guy who looks like an asshole through most of the movie, but still retaining a likeable quality to you. The message of the movie was so great and actually had me reassessing my relationship with my husband and how we treat eachother. It really helps to remind ourselves that our feelings are our own and no one can touch them. That what matters is how we treat the people we love, like the movie says. I can't say enough about it really, Michael Weston was hilarious and pathetic all at once. The sex scenes were hot. You looked great. There were some amazing camera shots, in particular the ones in front of the door on the front steps. I think my only complaint is that there didn't seem to be ENOUGH music. There were times that it was totally silent and it seemed like there needed to be a song there. Oh and the scene when Casey Affleck was sitting on the couch with his sleeping baby almost made me cry.

Anyway, I will be one of the many to buy the movie when it comes out on DVD. Thank you for only choosing the best projects, I respect your work imensely and I look forward to every little thing you put a hand into.

Lovin every little thing you do.....your friend, Jordana

Jordana | 2006-09-18 15:40:08

I went to see The Last Kiss Friday night. It was a great movie that so refreshing to see compared to the crap that hollywood seems to put out now-a-days (Come on, snakes on a plane!?! Give me a break). Each member of the cast played their parts beautifully and will definately become part of my DVD collection when it comes out. And hey, "Two Thumbs Up!". Congrats again! P.S. Can't wait for Scrubs to start up again.

Andrew | 2006-09-18 15:53:38

Christa J | 2006-09-18 16:21:30

A fantastic movie. Not for those looking for life through rosie glasses, but a statement on the real truth in relationships. And how our fears, need for instant gratification and inherent selfishness and insecurities shape our relationships. Beautiful acting, very real. I loved Jacinda Barrett. And of course Zach/Michael. I love the ending - love is all about feeling, disappointment and forgiveness and emotion and passion.

I remain a true fan of this style of art and writing that doesn't exaggerate the drama and art in life, but presents it in a way that is real and impacting.

Kudos.

Kristin | 2006-09-18 16:47:20

Just come back from the movie. It was heartbreakingly beautiful! Best of luck with all you do and please keep them coming.

Jessie | 2006-09-18 17:00:11

I loved this movie. I almost cried when you were waiting on the porch for your girl to give you a 'third' chance. I thought what your character did was real crappy, but at least you redeemed yourself later on, kind of. I enjoyed both the emotion and hilarity in this film. For now, I'll be waiting impatiently for Scrubs this season. Bye!

Sonia | 2006-09-18 17:15:10

Hi

I just wanted to say that I saw the movie this weekend with my mom..yes, i am in my twenties and yes I did see a movie with my mom. Personally, I was amazed that it lived up to be exactly what you said it would be, an honest look at relationships. I have been in a few myself and yet have always carried the dream that if its meant to be, it will be, no work required, no strings attached. Of course, I have learned that relationships take some work, but it was really enlightening to see how that 'work" is personified in different relationships, with different people and at different ages. From my moms perspective, she usually goes to see movies where she doesnt have to think, where she can stop thinking about her troubles for once, but she did admit that the movie did a good job of keeping it real, showing that marriage does take work, and a lot of work at that. Of course, that got me wondering about my parents marriage, and how happy they really are, and how hard they must have worked to still be together after 25 years..I guess what I take away from the movie is that sometimes things dont always work out the way you want them to, no matter how hard you try, no matter how hard you believe its meant to be, because nothing in life is a one man journey, there is always someone else or something else involved that you cant control, you can only go on hoping that you never hurt them, because I think we all know what its like to be hurt by someone we love and who claims to love us back....I think marriage is a long way off for me, but as much as I know there will be some hard times and some struggles, i have to remind myself, especially after seeing this movie, that there are good things that come with it too, like children and a lifelong partner.

P.S sorry that this is so long!

alex | 2006-09-18 17:15:30

Zach,
I just LOVED The Last Kiss. I felt every single emotion there was during the movie....I was crying, laughing, feeling anger, deep sadness, red hot lust, romance, shock-you name it-it was an incredibly delicious roller coaster ride! I'm sure the guy next to me thought i was mental....lol.....but i so enjoyed it. I bought the soundtrak and love every single song on it. Aimee Mann's song - together with the scene in the movie it plays behind.....moves me to tears. The acting was stellar and the cast was perfect......so sincere -- i forgot i was watching a movie! I may be a newer fan of yours (well fairly new) but you're at the top of my list.....i'll support and see whatever project you're involved in. Loved Garden State too...luv you as a writer/director/actor and as the gorgeous beautiful handsome sexxxxxxy hot man that you are! Kathilyn

Kathilyn | 2006-09-18 17:20:50

Saw your film at the Toronto International Film Festival's World Premiere... thought it was splendid... though I did spend most of it on the verge of yelling out "WHAT ARE YOU DOING???" as others must have...
I did have a question though... since you seem to be a guru at creating soundtracks worth listening to, I was wondering... When you are choosing a song to go with a scene, do you ever hold back on a song choice because you are afraid it will date a film... (for example, immediately upon hearing Simple Mind's "Don't you forget about me" you think of the Breakfast Club and the height of the Brat Pack 80s John Hughes films...) or do you simple go with what best suits the film at the time from what you are listening to???
May I suggest 3 things worth a listen? A band from the UK called Orson, a Scotsman named Paolo Nutini and an Irish group called Kharma 45. All are excellent. Cheers mate. D

Diane | 2006-09-18 17:21:37

Kathilyn | 2006-09-18 17:23:12

It was wonderful, Zach. Garden State still has a special place in my heart as my favorite, but this one really stepped up the intensity and severity. I loved it. Wonderful job.

P.S. I love Regina Spektor's "Fidelity" also.

Cassidy Stirtz | 2006-09-18 17:30:59

Oh yes, and my favorite part was the porch scene. I'm holding out for a guy who would do that for me.

Cassidy Stirtz | 2006-09-18 17:32:45

Musical "note": you'd like The Fray, I'm currently obsessively listening to "Over My Head." Their album is "How to Save a Life." I'll probably see the movie again this week, I'll let you know. I can't believe Eric Roberts posted his email address here, but I know your fans respect peoples' privacy.

Anna C. | 2006-09-18 17:33:35

The movie was just ok man...the acting is what made it.. i really liked yours and Rachel Bilsons performances specifically...the story just wasnt that great though...i was expecting more of an impact like with the tagline "Everyone makes choices, whats yours?" but i just didnt get that specific emotional impact i wanted....not even close to Garden State but it was ok man...the acting was really what i enjoyed and your performance was good so ill glady pay my 7 bucks to support your career..get back to the directors chair so we can see more Garden State greatness

Andrew from RI | 2006-09-18 17:34:11

So, here's what I thought of The Last Kiss.

It is not the light romantic comedy that it is portrayed as in most of the trailors. It was a really hard movie to watch. The acting, I must say, was incredible. I really love the woman who played your girlfriend, Jacinda Barrett. She was fantastic and so were you. I hated Rachel Bilson's character, although, I suppose I was supposed to.

I laughed loudly and cried softly. But, really, I hated sitting through it and yet, at the end, I liked it. But I won't see it again like I wanted to with Garden State. It was just too hard.

But, excellent.

And, off topic but related to you, I hate that I have to wait until January for Scrubs. It's one of my absolute favorites. You're adorable!

Best of Luck!

Joy | 2006-09-18 18:10:13

2 words Zach....

Powefully moving

todd stringer | 2006-09-18 18:49:49

Saw The Last Kiss on Saturday of its opening weekend...and it CREEPED my boyfriend and I out because your character and Jacinda Barrett's character at the beginning were ridiculously like us

and not even in a mushy, annoying cute way - in really specific ways

AND he really liked seeing it with me - SO it's not just a chick flick :)

I hope you're proud!
Also Rachel did a phenomenal job as well, as did everyone really!

Jess Ireland | 2006-09-18 19:03:35

Zach, I wonder sometimes how you find the time to read all of these but it's amazing that you do and I love this blog for that! ANYWAYS...

So it's really rare when I cry during a movie, and when I do cry it's usually when a character dies. I had such a great amount of empathy for Jacinda's character Jenna not only when she found out about Michael having an affair but even when he started getting close to Kim without Jenna knowing yet. I started tearing up when he agreed to go to the party with her and even more when he virtually told his friend to lie for him. By the time everything had unfolded and Michael was in Kim's dorm room I was practically sobbing heavily (as silently as I could of course, public theatre etiquette and all.) Come to think of it, when I buy it on DVD and I WILL, I will watch it time and time again with my dog and weep loudly with a bowl of m&ms and a floral kleenex box.

Ps: I'm watching The Last Kiss twice more this week.. dragging some friends along, My crush on you has grown immensely and still growing (cannot wait for Scrubs to start again!), Come back to Toronto please, and I love those New Pornographers songs!

- Lacey

Lacey | 2006-09-18 19:15:02

Oh I was so excited about seeing it, and I just found out it doesn't come to Australia until FEBRUARY. February! That's 5 months.
Hope you'll be out here to promote it, looking forward to seeing it.

KD | 2006-09-18 19:47:59

I am a huge fan of Scrubs and an even bigger fan of Garden State. Garden State is on my top ten favorite movies of all time. But I'm sorry... Last Kiss... horrible. I'm disappointed.

Lauren | 2006-09-18 20:15:03

I'm not going to go into it here, but I will say my wife and I saw the movie over the weekend.

It was disturbing how close to reality this was for us. About 8 years ago we went through a very tough time and she was pregnant. Insanity very close to the movie ensued.

Oh yes, we saw it on the 16th. It was our anniversary.

Zach, please keep making real movies. No matter if they make us laugh or (like Last Kiss) cry, please don't stop.

-Don

Don | 2006-09-18 21:02:34

just wanted to say good luck with your new movie...also, best wishes to your dad, Hal...i met him the day of your premiere, and not only does he seem like a great guy, but he's clearly very proud of you...later

Eric | 2006-09-18 21:53:17

Zach, I thought the movie was great. Thanks for putting a face to lifes hard decisions. Best of luck going forward.

Nathan | 2006-09-18 22:07:07

Hey- i just wanted you to know how much Garden State meant to me.

You make movies that you think are funny and that you would enjoy, if nothing else-- I heard you say this in a commentary. I was taught that this is how you pick a gift...

i wanted you to hear that it made me cry, i laughed outloud, it made me want to become more of who i am and not to be afraid. Garden State was beautiful, with enormous character.

So- thank-you for sharing your ... gift with the rest of us. i look forward to seeing your new movie, when i have a chance.

thanks for your time
elizabeth

p.s. Boston kicks ass! i was there about a month ago, fenway, food, fenway!!! it was my first time visiting and boston will always hold close to one of the best times i ever felt.

elizabeth | 2006-09-18 22:16:43

My friend and I sat in the theater completely stunned after seeing The Last Kiss last night. It was powerful and heavy and so deeply emotional. And the music was BREATHTAKING. Wonderful, wonderful job.

mom on a wire | 2006-09-18 22:27:19

zach. i am stunned. completely and utterly moved. the movie was breathtaking! you were incredible. it's amazing what you bring to a character...i don't think i've enjoyed a love story that much since Garden State.

I'm a 22 year old teaching Intro to Theatre at a high school near Atlanta, GA and it's amazing how much work goes into organizing these classes and teaching the basics of performing. have you contacted your old high school theatre teachers (assuming you were a theatre kid) and thanked them for putting up with all of you? haha probably...

...random semi-unrelated job complaints aside, i just want to say that your work is nothing less than inspiring and i can't wait to see what you get your head wrapped around next. hope you're having a good week!

- Amanda

amanda | 2006-09-18 23:07:44

hey!
i will look the last kiss when the film comes in germany...so i have to wait until the 16th november....but now i look every trailer i can find...

see you
best wishes marie from germany

Marie | 2006-09-19 01:31:17

Yay! The movie will come to Israel! I'm so happy!(:

Yael | 2006-09-19 01:34:45

Guess you are having a great week after the release of The Last Kiss.

I hope your back injury has gotten better.

Have a great day and take care.

Peace, Terje

Terje | 2006-09-19 02:07:11

Dear Zach,

1) Congratulations on your inspiring work to date - keep it up!

2) I know you are getting a million comments and questions = but I'm dying to know if there is a scheduled release date for Australia?
We got Garden State and we get Scrubs (albeit at 11.30pm on a monday...worth staying up for tho) But there hasn't been any news of The Last Kiss. If you could let me know.... :) I can't wait to see it.

Good Luck anyway

Cheers
Siobhan from Melbourne

Siobhan | 2006-09-19 03:51:05

OKay my most sincere apologies Zach, reading back thru all the posts I found another Aussie post saying it'll be here in Feb. Too bad I'll be in England by then! Sob Sob Sob. If you come out to Oz then I might cry. Or fly home.... Take Care from Melbourne!

Siobhan | 2006-09-19 03:54:42

Hey Zach, congratulations on the new movie!

Im a big fan of "L'ultimo bacio", the italian movie, so Im quite curious to see your adaptation.

Just a question, Im putting the Last Kiss banner on my myspace, and thinking to have one of Garden State as well. Where can i get those?

take care

Elisa | 2006-09-19 04:48:02

Hey Zach,

Just discovered your site... as a doctor I'm a huge fan of Scrubs. Filmmaking is my hobby. I am going to put a link to your site on mine.

Peace

Asim

Asim | 2006-09-19 04:59:26

I loved the honesty and rawness of how relationships can be. Scratch that. -how relationships are everyday. I laughed, cried, pondered and called my boyfriend right after to make him go see it, too. Thanks for not being a typical chick flik. I love you Zach. Good luck in everything =)

Rachel U | 2006-09-19 05:40:51

I saw The Last Kiss Friday. I liked it and have been recommending it to people.

Cons: As my friend said, I won't buy the DVD. I'd give Garden State an A- and The Last Kiss a B. Garden State walked between comedy and drama and the scenes flowed more seamlessley. Also, the girls in The Last Kiss went psycho pretty quickly -- the writer had to be a dude.

Pros: The story has heart and taps into current feelings (like Garden State), this time about settling down. The acting affected me, particularly the dad, you Braff, and the mom. Danner is ballsy! And although they're probably sellatious, I liked the sex scenes.

OK, I tried to be honest and succinct. Overall, I think this is anotherwork to be proud of. Thanks!

Ruth | 2006-09-19 06:39:37

Any movie that has any kind of effect on someone is worth watching. This movie makes you really think and they are my favorite kinds. It was hard to watch. Between this and my recent break-up...I'm now completely terrified. This is probably one of the most accurate portrayals of relationships I have ever seen on film. Although it was disturbing at times, it%u2019s real. Relationships are real and can be terribly painful. Well done, Zach.

Crys | 2006-09-19 07:09:16

the movie was fantastic! all of you really captured the essence of the original italian film, yet making it uniquely american and very much part of our generation... great job with the film... can't wait to see what's next and definately going to see it again! thanks zach!

conan | 2006-09-19 07:31:51

Zach, you did it again my friend. Amazing movie with "The Last Kiss." It has now been four days since I saw it and my friends and I still cannot stop discussing it; even had one of my film studies professors talking about the music, shot set-ups, etc. I really wasn't expecting such a strong, emotionally draining film but I thank you and the rest of the cast for giving it to me. Great job and it is the grand consensus that Casey Affleck is an awesome actor...really showed his stuff first class in this movie. Congrats and I hope the movie does well, I'm trying to do my part at spreading the word. Take care.

Jonathan | 2006-09-19 07:31:57

Hi Zach!

My friends and I saw the movie on Saturday night. It was truly great. . .the entire movie seemed so real- real emotions, real people, real situations and real reactions. I left the movie feeling very emotionally attached to the characters, and also left reflecting on how their situations and emotions were so in tune with mine (being in my late-twenties and about to be married, there were many parallels between the movie and my life).

Your character was so flawed, and unlikeable, but at the same time, you felt helplessly drawn into his life, feeling his same feelings, and could therefore empathize with him- understanding his mistakes and hoping for Jenna's forgiveness. Your impecable acting really made me believe in you, and believe in love.

You gave an amazing performance, Zach, and I am so glad to have watched the movie.

Lea | 2006-09-19 07:35:50

zb-

Just wanted to say that I really enjoyed the movie! This weekend was a major life transition for me (moving into my own place from one that I've shared with friends for 6 years!), and it was nice to have a much needed respite from all of the packing/moving/stress. :) Keep up the great work!

rb

PS. Love the soundtrack!

rb | 2006-09-19 07:54:23

i didn't like the movie at all. not even a little bit. i want my money back. i don't hink rachel bilson can act her way out of a paper bag. jacinda barrett's accent was horrible. blythe danner's breakdown was foolish. she fuck some other dude, tried to get back the dude she fuck, he was married, she left her husband, cired on a tredmill and went back to her husband in a matter of days? you never find out why rachel bilson's character was at the wedding. whihc is kind of important. your character never finds out his b.f.f.'s dad dies. jacinda barrett's character takes back your character after your character fucked someone else, yet, kicked your character out of the house for a make out. doesn't seem logical. she should have lost the baby in all the yelllig and running around. she should have fallen down some stairs or gotten in a car accident and lost the baby. then your character and her character could have gone your separate ways and attempt to be happy rather than make the same mistake tom wilkenson and blythe danner's characters did. the soundtrack would have been just as good. this movie was a waste of time and an insult to mover goers and human sufferers everywhere.

Amy | 2006-09-19 08:46:07

Zach, we had a death in the family - That's the only thing that could have stopped me from seeing TLK last week-end. We are for sure seeing it Saturday night, and I can't WAIT!
I love the soundtrack.
Hope your back is better.
Will report back as soon as we've seen the film.
I hope it is a great success - You seem to be on a roll, young man!
Peace and Love -
Mrs. Robinson

cschendle | 2006-09-19 08:46:39

dude, zach i was so pumped to go watch it opening weekend, but heres the thing i live in crappy wisconsin so the theater i wanted to go to didnt have the movie playing. had to sit around and watch scrubs on dvd instead, you rock man, ill go to the movie as soon as possible. later

Nate | 2006-09-19 08:52:31

hey zach: i saw the movie this weekend, & overall i'd say it was good; but i came here to basically write this exact same thought (which has been bugging me for days):
"...the girls in The Last Kiss went psycho pretty quickly -- the writer had to be a dude."
yes. this was disconcerning, stereotypical, and a bit of an easy way out. i wish it had gone further than that.
i also feel like the blythe danner storyline was rather weak - and not just because of the whole "psycho girl" thing. the idea of tying in the crisis of commitment at 30 with the crisis of commitment at 50 is a good idea, but it didn't excute well, esp. in between all the excessive sex scenes.
in general, the peripheral characters seemed a bit overlooked, and i questioned why they were all there. it didn't even seem like michael hung out with them all that much.
i don't know. my feelings are still mixed. the movie has left me in a state of contemplation, but i don't imagine this is the kind of introspection you all had hoped for. nonetheless, i remain a devoted fan, and look forward to your future work!!

brook | 2006-09-19 09:37:26

Hi Zach,
I saw the movie the other night and thought it was brillant! I thought you did a wonderful job playing the "I cheated on my girlfriend" type guy!! The story line was so real and I even found myself relating to some of the characters.
Anyway, it was great!!
Janet from Canada eh!! :)

Janet | 2006-09-19 10:09:52

Hi Zach!

I went to the movie on opening night with my friend to celebrate my birthday. We loved the movie. LOVED it. And I think everyone else in the theater did, too. There was a lot of laughter, and a lot of vocal reactions to some of the deeper moments. Which, truth be told, was really annoying. Heh. But I thought you would like to hear that people were so into the movie that they were actually shouting out comments in the theater! I didn't want the movie to end, and when it did I wanted to watch it all over again! Congratulations! I love you and look forward to seeing anything and everything you do in the future. :)

Jen | 2006-09-19 10:17:23

SO Amy (posting on 2006-09-19 08:46:07)...tell us how you really feel....LoL

Hows that for a critic...??????

Emily | 2006-09-19 10:42:37

"The Last Kiss" is an incredible movie. I thoroughly enjoyed the film from beginning to end. It didn't need to be quirky (but was great when it was). It didn't need to be funny (but was great when it was). All it needed to be was what it was. A true to life as we live it when we think it's passing us by as we get older.

Excellent!

William | 2006-09-19 10:54:54

Ok dude, I'm going to give you my non-sugarcoated opinion. You went to NU---I know you can take it. My friend and I love Scrubs and enjoyed Garden State, so we went and checked out the movie this weekend down in Hermosa because we enjoy your work.

Overall, we agreed the idea had a ton of potential, but we thought the execution was lacking. Paul Haggis is a great writer but maybe he was out of his element here. There were so many storylines running at once that some of the characters got the short shrift.

Plus, c'mon, it's Wisconsin! Where were all the cheese and beer girls with their winter weight? Everyone was too pretty (and thin) and it undercut the believability. This was my reaction from scene one. Where were all the fat asses walking across the street? Everyone was so...Abercrombie.

There were good parts, just wish there'd been more.

Dann | 2006-09-19 11:19:53

I saw the movie on Saturday and I really loved it. It was real, and not all saccharine sweet. I love the typical romantic comedy, but I like that this movie was more realistic. I can't believe that Michael went back and slept with Kim. That is the ulitmate betrayal. I couldn't believe the ending though. I was like, what no more. But I understand, that was a cool way to end. Love the movie, love the soundtrack. Good job!

Ashley | 2006-09-19 11:25:45

Sir Zach -

Yipes, my first post! I thought it appropriate to stick my nose in when it's in reference to The Last Kiss. Here: thoughts for the taking, I suppose...

I'd purchased the soundtrack quite a while ago, following the same trend I'd done with Garden State. I purchased it, however, knowing that the music would be similar - but the movie would be different. I like listening to a soundtrack and [using what I've seen in the trailer and such] make the movie in my head. It's like reading a script, I guess, minus the detail. Anywho - my brain version lacked the realism and raw emotion of The Last Kiss. I haven't seen a movie that depicts the irrational side of relationships this way: the decisions ~ back-and-forth, the fear of things getting "comfortable," pulling out a knife to force distance! It happens in life...and now, it has happened on screen. Cheers to The Last Kiss! And I give you credit for taking on the role of a guy that's subject to being...well...hated. Yet loved. And hated. Ya' know what I mean.

The Last Kiss = two thumbs. My only qualm: "Ride" is an amazing song! It didn't get the spotlight in the film...::frown:: Not your fault.

Mallori | 2006-09-19 12:44:41

Hi,

You did a fantastic job as usual! I loved the movie, the actors the music but I did saw L'Ultimo bacio a few years ago and it's the same. Not your fault and you're at least as good as Stefano Accorsi.

I'm from Montreal and I did reconized McGill University. It's always fun to see your city in an american movie!

I love the Last kiss soundtract so much!

Have you head about a Canadian band named Stabilo (was Stabilo Boss before)? I think they're really great. You should listen to them.

I can't wait to see season 4 of Scrubs on DVD (I can't watch it on tv).

Danie from Montreal

Danie | 2006-09-19 12:57:30

Zach,

THE LAST KISS is an amazing film. It's so honest and real. Thanks for being apart of it. I might not have seen it without your draw. I'm very glad I did though. Everyone go see it!

Kit Conners | 2006-09-19 13:18:47

You know a movie is good when the viewer actually becomes furious with the characters' choices' in the movie. I gotta tell you... this movie "the Last kiss" left a mark in my mind. I was so angered by your characters decision to sleep with "Kim" that I almost started to yell at the screen! Well done! I also would like to say that I very much enjoy you on Scrubs as well. You are a talent who has years ahead of much greatness. All the best in the future! Thanks for not making me regret shelling out $12 for a movie! Take Care!

Amy | 2006-09-19 13:41:42

Hi there-

Firstly, I would like to say, this isn't actually a response to your comment, but more like a suggestion.

I thought your choice of music was great for Garden State and thought you might want to give Badly Drawn Boy's album a listen to: The Hour Of Bewilderbeast- I think it is of a similar style.

I didn't know any other way to contact you, other than maybe stalk you lol, so I thought I'd just add it on here.

Vix xxx

Vikkie | 2006-09-19 14:00:23

So I had to wait a few days to see the movie.
But i saw it lastnight. and i mustsay, it was amazing.
Just as good if not better then what I expected.
It will definitly be in my hands the second it comes out on dvd.

love

Rhiannon | 2006-09-19 14:08:56

Oi, Zach.
Eu não te conheço, achei seu blog no site do Garden State e te acho o máximo. Sou só uma garota brasiliera querendo falar um monte de coisa sobre o Hora de Voltar e não tendo pra quem...
Eu não tô com vontade de escrever em inglês e acho que se você entendesse português entenderia isso.
Eu só acho isso porque foi você que fez o Hora de Voltar (que é como traduziram Garden State, dá pra acreditar?), que é um filme maravilhoso e até parece que alguém que escreveu esse filme conseguiria ser imbecil.
Eu vou fazer um ensaio com base no Hora de Voltar. Porque fala desse despertar, desse amadurecimento tão diferente dos outros, e é sobre isso que eu quero falar. Meu professor gostou da idéia de eu escrever sobre isso.
Mas eu fiquei meio intrigada. Nas entrevisas que vi no site do Hora de Voltar, você não fala nada sobre a coisa mais importante do filme, que é essa questão, do Andrew despertando pra vida, por causa da Sam. Você não comenta as reflexões incríveis que fez sobre a vida, sobre ser adulto, sobre a família. Não entendo mesmo.

I'm sorry I didn't write in english, I suppose you didn't understand any of it, right?
Well, I think it won't make a lot of difference, I can't speak english very well and I wouldn't be able to express myself like I did in portuguese. If you really really want to understand it, e-mail me. I talked a lot about Garden State, because it is very important to me, and I wanted to say some things about it to you, but you don't have to understand them necessarely.
I want to watch Last Kiss, but it's probably not coming to Brazil too soon, right?
Well, I'll wait...

Ana | 2006-09-19 14:29:56

Hey Zach. I saw the last kiss on the 15th and I thought it was amazing. I thought everything was really well done. Editing, directing, writing, especially the acting. You all seem like a really great group of people and you've all been a true inspiration for me because i'd like to become an actress and be a part of a project like the last kiss. I actually started watching scrubs and I just bought Garden State so I can see some of your other work. You're a truly amazing guy, thanks for everything.

Love,
Gina

Gina | 2006-09-19 14:49:03

Watched the show. You were great. Ok I have to tell you(probably by the millioneth girl) your lips are to die for. There that is out of the way. Keep uo the great work. You are believable.

kim | 2006-09-19 15:03:17

Not about Last Kiss. But Joshua Braff -are you related? Just read his novel "The Unthinkable Thoughts of Jacob Green", really great and poignant and set in New Jersey, so thought there might be a connection. If he's not related and you haven't read it, I'd advise it as a great read! Quick, funny and sad.

AmyLou

amy | 2006-09-19 15:42:47

"The Last Kiss"... it left a mark. I don't particularly go for the whole nudity & sex scenes thing. I have a more... traditional opinion that sex is highly intimate and highly sacred and it's not something I want to see in the movies I watch. That being said... I saw the film, I guess... 3 or 4 days ago and it's still with me. The brutal honesty of it broke my heart & I don't think there was a character in it that I couldn't in some way relate to (well... maybe 'Kim'). It provided a perfect platform for conversation, too - my husband & I talked about it for an hour or more when the movie was done. I can't remember the last time a movie was the catalyst for a really great conversation. Casey Affleck, Jacinda Barrett, Tom Wilkinson, Zach Braff, & Blythe Danner: perfect fits, every one. Bought the soundtrack the next day, too, by the way - the story itself could not have been better complimented by any other selection of music. In short, apart from the nudity, the film was exceptional & striking.

Stephanie P. | 2006-09-19 17:14:07

hey! i definitely went and saw "the last kiss" asap. i waited so long for it! it was totally worth it and i was not disappointed at all! i really liked it and the soundtrack is AWESOME. i cried the whole time your character was outside waiting for his girlfriend. and when your neighbors gave you water i was both laughing and crying! it was such a good movie, i cant remember the last time i was affected like that! i thought the characters were very real and the ending was perfect. i cant even pick a favorite scene but i loved the anger and conflict when the characters were arguing! you did a wonderful job! i am definitely bringing my friends to go see it again and i can't wait to see more from you!
(sorry to sound suck-upish but i really really did like it and you are and were my favorite actor since i first saw you on scrubs season one. that even beats johnny depp) ;)

kristie | 2006-09-19 17:16:49

P.S. The SITE... looks... GREAT!

Stephanie P. | 2006-09-19 17:24:42

mr. braff,

i wrote a comment on here on saturday night. then, i saw the movie on sunday. i thought it was fantastic. (not as good as garden state, but nothing could be as good as garden state, and you didn't write and direct so, therefore, it can't be as perfect as garden state.) that being said, i thought it was magnificent. the performances were genuine and gripping and the movie was so real. it's was a very tough movie to watch, but so incredibly real. almost no movies are like that anymore. i thought that once again, the soundtrack was genius. well done, and i love you! lol. my husband is fully aware of that, and he's okay with it!!

please friend me on my space!

cheers,
naomi lloyd

Naomi Lloyd | 2006-09-19 18:08:33

saw it, loved it, will definitely try to see it again...

Paris | 2006-09-19 18:13:29

I had seen it this past Friday. I thought it was great.

Larry | 2006-09-19 18:15:15

I just wanted you to know that your movie moved me, it was awesome and you're an amazing actor! :-D. Hope all is well with you :). Take care Darling.

Peace and of course love,
Jaxie

Jax | 2006-09-19 18:30:39

Hi Zach. As a first year in film,I absolutely love and admire your work! Pure genius! I loved "Garden State" and when I saw "The Last Kiss" last weekend, I thought that is awesome. It had great plotlines and such a cool cast. I love your taste in music and I bought the soundtrack the next day. All in all, I've got it on my list of great movies! Keep up the good work

Jacqueline | 2006-09-19 18:48:44

Hi Zach and All,
Have never posted before but felt moved to post after I saw The Lass Kiss on Sunday. First, let me say that after Garden State, I have been a huge fan. I thought Garden State was...well...amazing. For a directorial debut as well as from an acting and writing prospective. But I have to be honest. I saw your interview on "Ellen" regarding The Last Kiss and I was led to believe this was a romantic COMEDY. I found literally nothing comical about it. I really enjoyed most of the characters and their dynamic issues, but found it to be quite sophmoric. I am 29...and I didn't relate to any of these issues. I do know other 29 year olds that have a certain "fear" about going down that road. But I'm quite sure that this movie would have been more gripping if the character simply cotemplated these issues instead of actually going for it. And "Kim" was so immature, I found it hard to watch her speak. I was actuallly squinting and shaking my head each time there was dialogue between Kim and Michael. Bottom line...Zach, I think you are much better than this film and I KNOW that you have a heck of a lot of talent that you did not get to tap into in this movie. I will always be a fan, but hope to see something a little more mature in the future.
All the best,
Lindsey

Lindsey Goergen | 2006-09-19 19:32:44

I loved this movie. What I loved about it was simply the fact that it was so real. This movie does not just apply to one certain generation or group--anyone of any age or gender could identify themselves with this film.
I'm going to go see it again with my friends (i went with my husband the first night and he loved it), because i feel that this movie can really reach out to people.
And you, Zach, are an amazing actor/director/writer...thought i would just speak the obvious. PLEASE, in the very near future, direct another film...i have a zach braff addiction.

Kathryn Colado | 2006-09-19 19:34:04

All lovers swear more performance than they are able, and yet reserve an ability that they never perform; vowing more than the perfection of ten, and discharging less than the tenth part of one.

Troilus and Cressida. ACT III Scene 2.

Ah, Zach. You are gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, adorable.

I thought The Last Kiss was incredibly wonderful and god do I wish some of the guys I try to date would see this movie!!! lol.

In the words of Carrie Bradshaw (seriously): "I am a woman looking for love."

And who shouldn't be!!! It's the best thing in the world to be had. It's just that too many people go and fuck it up.

annie | 2006-09-19 19:49:26

YO ZACH!

I always look forward to reading your next post. You are an inspiration to me because of your appareant integrity and the fact that you are ( too give it to you straight) successful ( no matter what you may think )!

To share with you: I always feel like I am in some kind of limbo or my life is in a neverending escrow! of what? perhaps change. or mybe it's the universe's way of saying that there is absolutely no f'n way anything is gonna be permanent. Your work are little santori's reminding me of this fact cause I do not have an elephants memory!

mary | 2006-09-19 20:43:27

zach braff, you MUST check out THE PERISHERS. they are a great band. just discovered them. i know you'll like them a lot. they sound so good. some good songs include: sway, my heart, trouble sleeping and pills. hopefully you see this! or one of the robots does. they are a great band.

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christine | 2006-09-19 21:16:35

I went and saw your movie tonight. Good work as always, it was just as good as I knew it would be. And the musical choices were excellent and well placed. I think one of the interesting parts of the movie were the grandmothers behind us who kept inserting commentary throughout the movie. Things like "Oh, now why would he do that? Nonesense.." and "There he goes! Heavens to Betsy!". It was amusing. I will probably go see it again several times like I did with Garden State.

Rachel | 2006-09-19 21:21:11

Hi, The movie was great. It wasn't what I was expecting... but you were definately excellent in it. I can't believe that you make it so easy to feel bad for the guy who cheats. :P Great movie, I hope it does well overall.

Kelly Marie | 2006-09-19 21:22:36

I just saw the film. It was great. The acting was superb, and the story line was raw and emotional.
It was more real than I expected....and some of your moments zach made me laugh out loud. cheers!

Whitney | 2006-09-19 22:04:42

Great job Zach....Great performance, very honest character work.

Bobby | 2006-09-19 22:14:01

Zach,

Here's whatcha gotta do. You gotta get out there and buy "Words" by a little band called Homunculus. They've actually broken up, but "Okay" is absolutely the greatest song ever written. You hear me? Do it now! You'll thank me for it. I expect to see it on your next movie soundtrack.

A'ight, gotta roll. My wife and I are gonna catch Last Kiss on Thursday. Keep making us think, laugh, and feel good about life.

Cheers!
Brian

Brian | 2006-09-20 00:02:23

Very real... though I could relate to every one of the guy characters in that film...

28 and living your character's life.

Powerful movie...bad medicine but was interesting to see art imitating life..

Good stuff, Zach. You always impress.

Josh | 2006-09-20 02:14:32

This SUX. Why do we have to wait in germany till the 16th November to get to see the movie.

Adrian | 2006-09-20 03:56:50

Greetings Zach!
I saw you on Conan yesterday, all the way from Sweden!
Im very curious on The last kiss, and I will check it out as soon as it comes to Sweden!

I wish you all the best with your future projects!

(Love Scrubs by the way!)

/ Alexzandra

Alexzandra | 2006-09-20 04:04:27

Great movie with a great cast. As a 29-year old, this is definitely a movie that I know most guys can relate to. Great job of showing the effects of the decisions people make in life.

Bill | 2006-09-20 04:46:40

Hi Zach,

From reading the other posts, I could very possibly be the oldest person writing on this blog. I'm 40 and live in Colorado. My twin sister introduced me to Garden State by giving me the soundtrack and making me listen to it on the way up skiing last year. I didn't become hooked for another few months when I had some time to really listen to it. Since then, my husband, friends, family, etc. have all "connected" on how much we love Garden State. Even though your target audience is probably 10 years younger than we are, something about GS just hits.

Yesterday, my husband (of 11 years) and I went to see The Last Kiss. What a difficult movie to see. My favorite part was when the Dad drove by while you were on the porch and just smiles at you. I'm sure my Dad (father of three girls) would do the same thing. I loved his advice of doing whatever it takes to get Jenna back.

Both my husband and I agreed that GS was still our favorite, uplifting, fun to watch again and again movie... But "The Last Kiss" is more haunting and thought provoking. Will raise much more discussion on what you would do if your spouse cheated on you.

Happy New Year (the Jewish kind)
Jill

Jill | 2006-09-20 06:22:16

I Zach, I don't get to see the film as I am in the UK but I'm guessing it's great!

Just a quick point and please don't think me rude but the word alas is used when something is negative. For example; she loved him more than anything but alas he didn't feel the same.

I'm loving the new series of Scrubs by the way :)

Dippy Girl | 2006-09-20 06:42:28

Believe it or not, I've only just found this place...dumb, I know.

I've watched you in Scrubs since day 1, and if you really do leave then I probably won't watch anymore! It's a great series, but only with you in it! ^_^

Last Kiss isn't in the UK yet, but as soon as it comes out I'll be there! I loved the Garden State, and I'm looking for The Broken Hearts Club, so yeah...

I think you can tell I love all your work. Keep it up - you're incredible!

(Accidentally posted this on the entry underneath too...sorry!)

Karen | 2006-09-20 07:19:18

hi zach!
I saw the movie on Sun. Man...it was amazing....
I have to admit it made me slightly bitter but I have plans to go see it again tomorrow night just cause it was that good! I love when movies are so good that you love it and hate it all at the same time, which I think is because I related so well. The girl who played your gf in the movie, was amazing because she played the rage so well, when she found out you weren't with Chris. And well Racheal Bilson was amazing in playing the used up and disposed other woman, I think I related most to her. All in all the ending was by far the BEST ENDING of any movie I have ever seen...like PERFECT!!!!
I went to see it with a friend, and for those of you on here who have yet to see it, I really don't think it is a date movie. I tried to tell my best friend that but she's going anyways so let's see how well that goes....because when I got home, my boyfriend was over and I told him I needed to be by myself to sort out my reaction to it.
I love that you have this website. My interest in you peaked with Garden State...I LOVE THAT MOVIE...and the soundtrack is still #1 to me...but my fave part of that movie was when you and natilie portman are in her room and you do this little sound thing reacting to something she does....anyways it's awesome.
I love that you are reaching out to your fans through this website and through myspace...it's great, making all of us love you even more.
Anyways I hope you post again real soon.
t

Tara | 2006-09-20 07:40:51

When you go to the Garden State web site and the music starts to play. what is the name of the first song that comes on? please help.

Nick | 2006-09-20 08:20:57

I really thought the movie was great, it was really poignant.

In all honesty, at points it felt like being dumped. Many times, hahaha. But that's the kind of reaction the film really went for in the first place.
I really loved it though. Thanks!

Matthew | 2006-09-20 08:27:33

Tremendous picture.

Rachel Bilson....good goodness.

MG | 2006-09-20 09:12:02

I absolutely love the movie. I will be buying it when it comes out and I have already bought the sound track. The movie had a lot of good points - thanks for another job well done!

Natalie | 2006-09-20 09:22:21

All I can say is 'Last Kiss' is now in my top three all time favorites. which also includes Garden state!

Cindy Burger | 2006-09-20 09:37:16

My husband and I saw Last Kiss this weekend....as I expected, we loved it. I love your style. It's nice to see a talented group of people delivering a great flick. (A great movie seems rare these days. Everyone is doing re-makes and I'm sick of it. Originality rocks!) I loved Garden State too. That is one of my top 5 favorite movies of all time. The soundtrack to both films are excellent. I'm listening to the Last Kiss soundtrack now. Thank you! Good luck!

Erin | 2006-09-20 09:40:59

Hey zach! Just wanted to tell you i loved the movie and the soundtrack. Just ordered the soundtrack online. Also, have you heard of Brandi Carlile? She toured with Ray Lamontagne and is an AMAZING singer/songwriter. Very real person in concert too. Anyways, we share the same taste so thought ya might be interested!
All the best!

Kris | 2006-09-20 10:11:36

Zach-- you are all over the place. Everytime I log into my e-mail account your face is there saying "Get advice from TVs love Doctors." It is pretty funny. You rock!! ~mindy l

Mindy L | 2006-09-20 10:31:01

"You're not a failure if you don't give up!'

Sometimes you just have to give up and move on...

I learned the hard way and I love how the movie showed how hysterical/crazy/assuming females can get, and how people have commitment issues.. i sure do..

Great movie!

keep them coming!

pc | 2006-09-20 10:41:34

At first it was a little hard to see you play the role of such an F#*@ Up. But, as I told one of my friends that loves "chick flicks w/ a picture perfect ending", this is NOT one of those.
And you know what.....in the end, that's why i loved it! :)
Friday, Oct the 13th (what a perfect day) I will be 29...and I've actually never been so ready for my 30's. So just like Garden State, I'm again at the age of the character's this move portrays. And everything that happened in that movie is TRUE to LIFE> If they would only remember that honesty is the BEST POLICY, the pain one might inflict on a loved one, would be far less, than thinking You Can't Hurt the One you Love, If they Never Find out what you did. It's Karma!
Ok- To wrap this long babble up- I did love the way you attempted to redeem yourself in the end. And what I loved EVEN MORE, was the Last 10 seconds. When she finally lets you in. Oh the suspense, questions that may never be answered. Did she finally forgive you, Is she going to tell You that it's too late, and to move on w/ your own life. Who Knows? B RAVO! WELL DONE ZACH (And the Rest of the Cast...) WELL DONE
-Alisa L-

Alisa L | 2006-09-20 10:48:40

Oh Wait! One last thing.

That scene back in Rachel Bilson (well, her character) dorm room.

DAMN!! :) In the words of Paris Hilton "That's Hot"

I know you said in your first video blog on this website that no one would be interested in purchasing a Zach Braff calendar???

I think you might have changed some minds
LOL

Take care!

Alisa L | 2006-09-20 10:53:59

hey Zach....
saw you and Joshua Radin on Kimmel last night. A sweet surprise indeed! Great show.....I hope you'll be doing more appearances.....its always a delight to see your handsome face! Joshua sounded really good....solid songs, playing and nice singing voice. So nice to hear real singing and writing.........anyway, just in case i also posted this on your myspace.

Take care
p.s. luvin' seeing scrubs like six times a night! (on kcal 9, comedy central and wgn chicago....you must be cleaning up in residuals! lol!!!!!). you ROCK!

Kathilyn | 2006-09-20 11:21:37

I have to say, I intentionally don't read what movies are about before I see them. I think it sets unrealistic expectations, either high or low, kind of like judging a book by its cover. That being said, I really enjoyed "The Last Kiss." I loved the characters, everyone knows "that guy" in "that relationship." The ONLY slightly bad thing I will say is that it was no "Garden State." You almost set the bar a little too high by starting off with such a great film, to which I will be forced to compare each additional movie you are in or produce!

Trisha | 2006-09-20 11:23:43

hi zach, just wanted to tell you that i loved the movie and the soundtrack couldn't have been better! i look forward to seeing your work in the future!

p.s. i have yet to see garden state, but after "the last kiss" i really look forward to renting the dvd. :o)

kat | 2006-09-20 11:36:54

Bravo, sir! =) Really a wonderful movie, loved it. I wasn't sure if I was in the right theatre when I went to see it, however. I went to an afternoon show, opening day, and in the theatre was my father and I and about 50 senior citizens!! It was quite amusing. They loved it, too, by the way! You know how old people tend to talk to the tv? (I do that to, but anyways!) Yea, I got to hear 102 year old women shouting "Oh, honey, you need to leave him!" Needless to say it put a smile on my face! I'm getting side-tracked! All I wanted to say was congrats on another brilliant movie...can't wait to see it again....and keep on sendin' stuff our way!
XOXO

Catherine | 2006-09-20 11:46:55

Hey Zach,
Caught you on Jimmy Kimmel last night-very funny and charming as always. The Last Kiss was excellent and a very truthful account of relationships. I could picture someone I know in all of the characters. I can definitely understand why you were drawn to this script. Thank you for making such meaningful movies. Your acting is very sincere and you can see that on screen.
Also, if you haven%u2019t already, check out Eric Hutchinson www.eric-hutchinson.com and at iTunes. He is right up your alley. The song %u201CBreakdown More%u201D fits right along with the Last Kiss soundtrack. I can%u2019t stop listening to %u201C%u2026Before I Sold Out.%u201D

Thanks again for all you do.

Alisha

Alisha | 2006-09-20 12:39:02

I watched the trailer atleast 90times and i swear if i'd not be scared of planes and if i'd be rich on top of that i'd get on a plane NOW and fly to the United States to see this movie. I want to see it so bad. I hate how I have to wait two more months to see the movie here in Germany. I love the music and the trailer is amazing which makes me believe the movie will be great. the questions at the end of the trailer made me think of several situations in my life. seems to be a cool indie-movie. :)

Sandra | 2006-09-20 12:49:19

dearest zach,
the last kiss isn't playing in the movie theatres around me..so, when it came out on friday, i got out of school, picked up one of my guy friends, and drove to lake charles to see it (about an hour away). everyone thinks i'm crazy, but i'd waited long enough to see it. I thought it was fantastic! i even cried a little, i'm not going to lie. i love you & LOVED the movie. keep working hard (it shows).
-Jessi Lee/Luu-

Jessi Lee/Luu | 2006-09-20 13:29:30

Hello Zack
I hope see your movie as soon as possible
In france, Yes I'm frenchie the official date is the 25 October 2006. On month........so long

I have seen your movie Garden state, and i'm sure that is one of the best movie in 2005.

Without talking about Scrubs were I'm an fan for the first season.

Continue to be as you are and make the world more funny.

Dav

david | 2006-09-20 13:44:26

I Just seen the movie today. Went at 2:40 after some morning classes and I Loved it. I actually wish it was longer. You and Jacinda Barrett was amazing it, with the handheld camera work it made your fighting seem so real. It really pulled you in. I Liked how you guys ended the movie, Not how I expected which I liked. Watched you on Jimmy Kimel last night and remember to spot ZB TS. I spoted it a few times.

anyways Great movie one of my favorites of the year. I will be recommend this to everyone I can. It deserved to be #1 Last weekend, But I feel This movie should have some legs. The crowd reaction was great.

Rob VanderStelt | 2006-09-20 13:48:56

I went to see TLK (the last kiss...not the lion king :p ) last night with jamie, and being a monday night it was completely empty which I found refreshing and kick ass because anytime I get to go to the theater it's crowded as hell with hoodlums. But monday it was hoodlumless. sweet.

Anyway, no line waiting so I go straight to the register and let the lady know I wanted two tickets for The Last Kiss. (yay i was excited) so she stares as us and promptly questions:

"you girls over 17?" So I was thinking,

"oh jeez. not again." I didn't expect to be questioned about my age for the movie...but then I should have 'cause NOBODY thinks I'm 22.

"yes!" I answered politely with a smile (trying not to laugh too much) cause laughing just makes you look guilty of lieing, which I wasn't cause I am over 17. go me.

So she shoots me this look...it was pretty hilarious...a look like,

"nuh uh, i dont think so girlfriend." I half expected her to say that to me...whilst snapping her fingers in my face.

So I just ask her if she wants to see ID. And we both showcase our proof that we are indeed over 17, and are, indeed, legally able to attend a rated R movie. I still don't think she really believed us but oh well! We had truthful ID and yay we get our tickets.

Except for three or so couples we had the entire theater to ourselves...sat nice and comfy in the middle row.

It was awesome Zach! Phenomenal acting, and, of course, you were amazing. There's a scene where you fight with jenna and holy crap! INTENSE. Shit, I could never pull off that much raw emoiton...(which is why im not an actor) but I guess it would help if you were to pull up all your real pent up aggression...oh and saying "fuck!" repeatedly helps lmao.

But the movie definitely struck me as raw and real...a real emotional rollercoaster. It was pretty sad! A few laughs here and there but more drama than anything.

The end left me hanging! I was like, "THATS IT? NOOO" But I got over it.

Except now I have to tease you...jamie and I got one amusing game out of it...you call out "JENNA!" a WHOLE lot. So after the movie was over we just kept shouting "JENNA!" "JENNA!"

LOL It's our new "thing" so now we're just randomly going to shout "JENNA!" I know...so mature.

ANYWAY, seriously I really enjoyed the film, thank you for making such meaningful movies in an age where they're very rare. Garden State will always be my fav but The Last Kiss was great. you rock to the twelveth degree!

ps. i called michael a butthead throughout the movie...oh and I shook my fist at the screen at you.
just thought you should know that. yeah. ;)

peace buddy!

Mel the Smell | 2006-09-20 14:54:45

I read an interview that you did recently, can't remember what magazine, but in it you said that you are always looking for new, undiscovered bands.
Being from the midwest, you might appreciate these guys: the crawpuppies. They are out of northwest Indiana, and they are great !! No, I'm not in the bans, or affiliated with them in any way, other than being a fan.

http://www.crawpuppies.com/

Thanks for listening, and appreciate the good work that you do.

Chris Cannon | 2006-09-20 15:07:35

So I posted a comment last Friday after I saw The Last Kiss, and I just wanted to let you know that your film made me feel a bit funny up until Tuesday, and even a little after that. You were right, the film was moving, and it totally put some things into perspective for me, which I was not expecting at all. Thanks a lot for the drama! j/k I picked up the Soundtrack and listened to it at 6am this morning on my way to work. I liked it very much, but it made me doze off behind the wheel! This is normal as I am not a good morning person. Anyway, I especially liked Prophecy and Athlete, and Warning Signs will never be the same for me again. Oh, one last thing. I have an old bone to pick with you. I was really stoked to see Such Great Heights on The Garden State soundtrack, and Iron & Wine does it well and all, but I think you really need to make a place for a Postal Service performance on one of your future soundtracks. What do you think about that?

Joanna Kolton | 2006-09-20 15:36:08

Zach,

Having never posted to a blog before, I am hesitant to comment on "The Last Kiss" here. Since I am a graduate student in anthropology studying American adolescents, however, I figure it's probably time to join the club.

I just wanted to express how honest I thought the movie was. To be part of a generation that has grown up watching parents and now friends get divorced, the idea of making the choice to commit yourself to one person can be terrifying - even when it remains a goal for many of us. Your ability to become Michael and portray that ambivalence was impressive.

I have one question regarding the film and actually found this website as I searched for interviews with you where you might have addressed it:

Did any of the writers (or other creative forces) ever consider having Jenna not be pregnant?

This question came to mind throughout the movie because it was harder for me to relate to Michael's choice to act on his tempation. I understand that part of his anxiety was about having a child but it is interesting to think about what the implications of Michael's actions would have been had he and Jenna not been expecting a child. In many ways, it seems the relationship and betrayal could have been equally moving and perhaps even easier to relate to for many.

I'm not sure if your site is interactive and if you ever respond to postings but just wanted to get a perspective on that.

Best,
Leah

Take care of that back! I am a runner with two herniated disks that sidelined me for a while. Surgery didn't help either so stay away from the OR if possible :)

Leah | 2006-09-20 15:47:32

Touching, gut wrenching, as well as inspiring. Thanks, especially for the couch scene, fart and all.

HellHere | 2006-09-20 15:48:48

OK- so i have debated for a long time with people, who we will call my friends, about the idea of a soundtrack as a record/album and whether you should purchase it. The argument boils down to that most recognize soundtracks as a great mix tape. I argue that it is not right to buy someone else's opinion of a collection of music.

I should disclose that i am sort of fanantical over music in movies and i love being introduced to a new band from a film or recognizing songs, already owning the albums. For example, when i went to see Garden State, i was pretty psyched to hear a little Alexi Murdoch esp b/c at the time he only had that four song ep out. It just affirms that you have good taste in music. In the event that does not happen, i never buy the soundtrack-- always buy the original album from the artist.

Anyway, as a filmmaker who obviously considers the soundtrack to be an integral part of the movie, do you take into consideration the sale value of the film's soundtrack? I guess, how coporate or studio do you consider the process? And how do you get around that? And what about when a studio uses a great song in a trailer and then it is not in the film, would you allow that?

best-
brian ferry

Maura | 2006-09-20 16:07:43

ZB,

Gotta say, I thoroughly enjoyed The Last Kiss. Keep up the great work! I look forward to seeing your next projects :)

theFrog | 2006-09-20 16:20:55

Hi Zach,

The Last Kiss did not show up also here in theaters yet. It's a little bit disappointing, cause all those other lightweight movies usually show up same time
with US. I will go see it when it hits the theaters anyway.

Scrubs Season 5 finally started on our local nbc clone. (www.cnbce.com) I must admit that the Turk character on first episode was really weird, nothing to do with a turk, but more with an indian. And your turkish was not bad, but you didn't have to crash your throat since Turkish uses Latin Alphabet also, like English.

P.S: Let me tell you a secret. The Koreans of Lost, they are fakers. I saw them speaking English very well.

Later

Oz | 2006-09-20 16:38:51

Hooray for Scrubs on Comedy Central! Hooray for you being thrown down on the bed in your underwear! I've never seen anything hotter in my life.

kimber | 2006-09-20 16:49:25

a couple degrees of separation:

1- zach acts with blythe who is gwyneth's mother who is chris martin's wife who sings the closing song.

2 -tony directs blythe who is gwyneth's mom. tony acted with gwyneth in Bounce with ben affleck who is casey's brother!!

i've consumed a lot of sugar.

--cynthia (who also loved the movie)

cynthia | 2006-09-20 17:10:17

I just wanna say thank you ! I just come back from the cinema.
And I do not know what to say ........ I liked, everything, images, musics, really very good choice in passing!
Good continuation, and thanks again !

Elise from Montréal !
(fascinated photographer)

Et je rajouterais (en francais, désolée je n'ai pas pu m'en empêcher) : a quand un passage a Montréal :P

-xxx-

Elise | 2006-09-20 18:50:22

Hey zach. i'm from brazil and I love your work specially your movie garden state and scrubs...
and now with fall coming closer and closer
there's a question in the air:
when do scrubs comes back?

thank's for your time
p.s.:i'm really looking for the las kiss opens here...
gonna have to wait 'til december...

see ya

Gustavo | 2006-09-20 18:53:08

Dear Sir:
Just went to see your new film-I thought you did a wonderful job. On the whole, I think the Italian version was better-but it's hard to one-up an original. I just couldn't hate you or think you were as disturbing as the guy in L'Ultimo bacio-just ended up feeling sweetly sorry-I suppose your character made me realize how someone could accept such a creep back. Anyway-I think I'm finding that you are my little brunet. much love-

milano | 2006-09-20 18:55:50

Hey, I don't know if you'll read this, but it would appear that you actually read things people post on here. I can only hold my 800-something comment isn't ignored. I don't want to make this out to be some sort of celebrity love letter, and I doubt you need an ego boost of any kind, but there are some things you should know. I've loved any work you've done. You're funny with a very human sensitivity and a philosophical attention to detail that I find riveting. Garden State ranks in a tie with Harold & Maude as my favorite movie. I can't wait to see Last Kiss. I love what I'm seeing here about your dog and your gay sims guy.

Your music taste is impeccable. I bought the Garden State soundtrack before I saw the movie because I already loved half the songs on it (you sold me on The Shins especially) and knew the rest must be good as well. No sooner do I like an artist than you put them on a soundtrack. And when told (consequently by a friend; I haven't before read this blog) that you were getting into Jump, I was floored. They've been my favorite band for at least 3 years now, and I must've seen them 6-ish times live...and forced the members to meet me after the shows repeatedly. Ward (cello, flying v) even remembered Sue's (my concert buddy) and my name. We travelled down to Charleston last December for the big Dock Street concert and hung out with our fellow Opiates. That's the cult online community, haha. Yes. I'm obsessed, so sue me.

Anyhow, you just continue to amaze me, and there's no one in the movie world I admire more. I hate the concept of being fascinated with someone I don't know, but there it is.

P.S. A random question you don't have to answer:
I read an interview where you said you knew a dancer who always choreographed dances in her head to songs she liked (me, too), and that you do that with movie scenes. But how do you feel about dance in general? I feel that if the music just fills you up to a certain point, you have to express it in movement. I've met other people who, while being really into good music, don't really understand the correlation. That's an insight into your character I'd be interested to have.

Lily Gervasi | 2006-09-20 19:12:00

Just waiting for the movie to come to Brazil. Which usually takes a LONG while, but the soundtrack is great.

Paulo | 2006-09-20 19:21:19

WOW! Where have I been? You have your own site! I thought I was a huge fan. Apparently I don't know Jack. Do you remember that computer game? It was fun. Luckily I am a huge Joshua Radin fan and a bit of a insomniac, because I was up late last night and couldn't beleive it when Jimmy Kimmel said you both were going to be on his show! So this morning, being the nerd that I am, I got online to check out Joshua's site. First, now this is where I really am a nerd, I went to my signed copy of We Were Here, to make sure sure I still had it. I saw him here in Chicago a few months ago, and he signed the copy I bought. OK, I have said nothing about the movie, I am sorry I haven't seen it yet. But not to fret, I already own Garden State and Scrubs. I look forward to it, and I am sure you will not disappoint me. I was reading quickly through some of your past posts, I have not found any 'easter eggs', but I am curious. What is an easter egg anyway? The only kind I remember are the ones I used to re-hide for my brother, only so that I could find them all and be the winner! If I keep checking, I'm sure I'll figure it out someday. I suppose my comment has gone over the space allowed for such things so I should end my rant. I only have one thing to add, I read in your posts that people suggest bands and songs and such to you, so of course, I must add my $.02. I think if you have not already heard, you would like: Joe Purdy, David Berkerley, the Silos and the Vulgar Boatmen. That's what's on my playlist. In closing, I'm sure you thought I'd never end and maybe have stopped reading, but I think you are great. I think it is way cool that you would even tend to a site like this. I think it puts you so far and above what people's perception of what 'Hollywood' is like. I thought I was a fan, but I what I am is impressed that someone in your position is so absolutely normal. I am impressed that you care this much about the people that watch you on TV.
You are so cool. Cheers and love from Chicago.

bridgid | 2006-09-20 19:27:45

You are so right! I can NOT stop listening to "Mexico" by Jump Little Children. What an amazing song. Love it!

Marley | 2006-09-20 19:52:59

Zach, I saw the movie this weekend and wanted to let you know how beautiful I thought it was.
You really are a fantastic performer - never ceases to amaze me.
I can't wait to hear more about your new projects, I'm a big supporter of your work!

The music, as always, was absolutely gorgeous and perfect in every way.

Best wishes!

ps. LOOOOVE The New Pornographers. Good choice!

Loren | 2006-09-20 20:03:52

Zach,

Your movie really hit home- I am around the same age and am making these difficult decisions about life, relationships, careers, etc. It's really so much sometimes and you can relate to how your character faltered. Sometimes you do need to lose something in order to realize just how much you really had. I loved the movie, music, acting...everything was so beautiful. You've made me crack up in Scrubs and tonight you made me cry with this movie - I'd say that is a true peformer. Congrats on all your success.

Love,
Jenny

jenny | 2006-09-20 20:17:34

so why are you so good to your fans?

p.s-i'll be checkin out the Last Kiss with a potential gf, wish me luck.

David | 2006-09-20 20:35:29

You probably won't ever read this, last I looked there were 850 comments, that's a lot to read. But I still wanted to comment anyway just in case. I absolutely loved "The Last Kiss" The rawness of it, everything was just perfect. I could totally relate to the whole "having to grow up and act your age" part of the story, I'm only 20 but I'm definitely feeling the pressures of adulthood. Your acting was incredible as well. You should be proud. Please keep doing what you are doing. I'm going to school for film, not exactly sure what I want to do on films but I know I belong behind the camera somewhere. Maybe I'll be lucky enough to work on one of your films one day. I also love that you have a website and that you want to keep such close interaction with your fans. I'm sure you are used to people kissing your ass and writing ridiculously nice comments to you but movies are my life and I have so much respect and admiration for filmmakers, actors, etc. Thanks for all that you have done and will do in the future. -Julie

Julie Disney | 2006-09-20 20:38:46

truly some of the best written male characters in recent history.

there were many guys in the theater, and very few that didn't at least cry at some part. take that as a good sign.

three cheers, dear.

Sara | 2006-09-20 21:12:03

Havent had a chance to see it yet, but I'm going this weekend. I don't know if you really check this site but if you do I gotta say thanks for everything man your a big inspiration everything you did in Garden State was amazing and just want you to know I admire the work.

Mike | 2006-09-20 21:26:30

here's another in the long string of congratulations - I saw it, loved it, and was damn near driven to tears (again, like the first time I saw Garden State).

another great job - thanks for putting your heart and soul into your work, it's obvious how much you care - which makes all the difference in the world.

dan | 2006-09-20 21:44:00

Saw the movie last Saturday and saw it tonight. Good stuff. Often wondered what you would have done if this was completely your baby. Hey, in case you didn't know, you're every where. Picked up a couple of mags because you were in it. Okay, this is going to sound stupid (but I would tell all my friends this)... ride this wave, but don't stop being cool and down to earth, okay? Because you're really great, dude and we got enough asshole "stars" out there. Um, I'll shut up now.

Peace.

A fan | 2006-09-20 21:45:01

Hey! I just moved into William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ and just last weekend my roommate and I decided to go see "The Last Kiss" and it was really awesome. It's amazing to see how versatile you are; it's totally different from watching you on Scrubs which was also a favorite of mine as well! I watched that show religiously! lol But the storyline and the characters are so touching and so relevant to today. I'm definitely buying The Last Kiss on DVD! But, best of luck in your future endeavors!!

And, oh, did I mention that you are one HOT guy! It's those eyes! hehe

Hope to see your next flick!

Leah Michelle | 2006-09-20 22:34:18

I'm writing a review for the movie in my newspaper (i'm editor-in-cheif). It made me laugh when they said they were going to tease the movie review (preview it) on the front page.

yeah, random note. But I thought it would be something you'd like to hear.

Nicki | 2006-09-20 23:42:49

Hi!

I won't be able to see it for some time, unfortunately. I'm not american and I'm terribly upset that I have to wait. I'm a little (not just a little) jealous at all people who actually can go to the theatres and see the movie.
I want to so much!

But I guess that i just have to wait. They say that the good things are worth waiting for so, well I will then. In the meantime I'll ask everybody I know have seen it everything about it. =)

From the things I've seen (trailers, clips etc.) The Last Kiss seems like a great movie. Again, can't wait to see it!

Love,

Sandra

Sandra | 2006-09-21 02:06:05

im ur biggest fan here in the philippines.."garden state" my fave movie ever.. i hope and wish that "last kiss" will be shown here in our country...pls..plss..hehehe..as soon as possible.. i can relate ur ideas and dreams..hoping as reply from you..

dean carlo tolentino | 2006-09-21 06:05:34

Wow. I saw it last night and all I can really say is, wow. Every situation, every relationship felt very real, which is why it was so intense. I think everyone who has been in love have been in fights like those in the film, where you're at your most vulnerable, showing your ugliest side. Painful to watch in its honesty. Thank-you for putting so much of you into this role.

Valerie | 2006-09-21 07:09:54

Hey Zach

Lookin forward to seeing the last kiss here in England .

Stu | 2006-09-21 07:17:48

Zach,

Okay now: the Punk'd thing.
__________________________________________
I have to admit--you know I love ya--it was more than a little shocking to see you screaming such foul language at someone so young. I know he was 'caught' red-handed spraying your very expensive practically-off-the-showroom-floor Porsche. I understand how upset you would be. But screaming at a child, getting right in his face like that...and with those words. I was really surprised. Then, the story gets out that you were hitting the kid and they cut that part out of the show. You never hit someone younger than you--I don't care what they've done.
__________________________________________
I still love you and your work. You really seem to be a nice guy that got caught up too much on his possessions. Of course, you ARE a "celebrity" that your fans don't really, truly know. But, you really do seem to be a genuinely down-to-earth guy. If you are truly that kind of person, then I'm sure you will learn from your reaction.
__________________________________________
To be fair, I think sometimes they go a little too far on Punk'd anyway. I mean, usually the show IS pretty hysterical, but some others have lost it, too.
__________________________________________
Okay, so I just needed to say that. I hope you don't take what I've said the wrong way.
__________________________________________
Still your fan.

Take care, Tracy from S.E. GA
__________________________________________
PS--They are still not showing "The Last Kiss" here. I believe it is showing in Savannah, but it will be a while before I can make it up there. I'm hoping they will bring it to our theater soon. They are showing "Little Miss Sunshine," "The Black Dahlia," and "A Prairie Home Companion," among others. I guess people here think that's enough "different." That's what I get for living in a southeast GA town. :-P :-*

Tracy from S.E. GA | 2006-09-21 08:07:24

Hey Zach,
You're lucky I didn't see you in Amsterdam, I would have attacked you like a mad pack of hungry pitbulls with PMS. I love it there to, I felt like Alice in Wonderland. So anyway, I am your biggest fan and will be going to "The Last Kiss" here shortly. I like seeing your movies in the theatre, your eyes and lips always look twice as amazing ; )

Kelley

kelley | 2006-09-21 08:12:05

Honestly, I can't wait to see the movie The Last Kiss. But, because I live in Puerto Rico they still haven't put yet the movie at the teather, but I think it will be soon this month. I can say I already that I love the soundtrack and defenetly I will love the movie too. Go to say that I will go with a bunch of friends too! So it will be a fun friends nigthout!
Take care and best wishes for you!

Alexa

Alexa | 2006-09-21 08:16:44

Hey,

I can't wait for ur movie to start Im just in love with the story and u always bring this sweet but funny side to every lead in a movie. Just like Garden State wich is one of my fav. movies I hope this one is just as great. So good luck on everything and Ill let u know when I see it what i thought. Just know that u have many fans here in Puerto Rico and we all love the witty talent u bring to your work jeje

Suerte(Good Luck) Mari.... =)

Marisel Lopez | 2006-09-21 08:47:18

Okay so my husband and I went and saw the last kiss on Sunday with our two best friends. I had a brief idea what the movie was about was curious how it all unfolded. I have never sat through a movie where overtime someone made a bad choice my stomach turned. I wanted to yell at the movie screen "you dumb idiot!" At least 10 times. When I first walked out I was unsure of how much I really liked the movie (maybe because I had been in a similar situation except without the whole pregnant thing) but afterwards it grew on me. I liked the rawness of the emotion of everyone and the fights in it were like real fights of a couple, not some scripted fight with clever and witty comebacks all the way through. And I can't wait because I going to see it again on Friday. :) Thankfully one of our best friends who came was planning on proposing to the other best friend after the movie (In hind sight we are all very thankfully he didn't because she went off on rant after the movie about how men as such bastards!) So you did well, and of course the soundtrack is killer!

Elizabeth Dauner | 2006-09-21 08:54:12

i saw the movie three nights in a row. me and my girlfriend fell in love with the movie. its extremely honest, dramatic, and moving. we were actually going to see it a forth night but i had to be up early the next morning. its a great movie. amazing soundtrack, it reminded me of the first time i saw gardenstate. its fresh and funny and close to home; an awesome movie

jt taylor | 2006-09-21 10:15:17

hey zach, i do too live in germany...and i just looked up the release date for THE LAST KISS in germany on imdb.com and i'm depressed...november 16th...damn dude, thats like 2 more month!

but the trailer looks so great i'm willing to wait that long!
peace out,
markus

Markus | 2006-09-21 10:17:09

Hey Zach,

Greetings from Germany (yet again).
I am excited about TLK and hope that it will do well. (I have no doubt it will)
Unfortunately us Germans among many other European fellers have to wait a few extra months and while I cannot promise you that I might not take advantage of modern technology to work around waiting for a dubbed version (I have no problem with waiting, but with German overdubs) I promise that I will definately take my girlfriend and my fellow band members out to see it once it gets out over here. I already got these kids hooked on Garden State and your soundtracks and I'll drag em into this one as well if I have to - though these days I dont have to anymore :)

Check out JOHN FRUSCIANTE's solo records. Especially "CURTAINS". They have some of the most beautiful arcoustic guitar/singer/songwriter songs on them and are very pure and honest. I would love to see him featured on one of your future Soundtracks, because he is just SO WORTH CHECKIN OUT! So next time you hit a record store just look for John Frusciante and go look for one of his records - Curtains is good for starters though they're all very unique and beautiful.

Again...lots of success with this film and lots of love

Chris

GERMANKID Chris | 2006-09-21 10:18:49

GERMANKID Chris | 2006-09-21 10:19:58

shoot it happened again - I'm sorry - you should implemen a spam protection that prohibits 2 posts after another, or a time limit between them. Sorry bout that.

GERMANKID Chris | 2006-09-21 10:20:58

Ciao from Italy,
At first Shana Tova and Hatima Tova for this new 5767!
Nice website, Last kiss is not in the italian cinema yet but soon i ll let you know. I'm really very courious too see it. The italian version of Gabriele Muccino had a lot of success a few years ago and there are a little promotion about the film.
A presto

Pam Y. L. | 2006-09-21 11:05:08

you know i saw the movie and i was pretty disappointed. the way the film portrayed each character's story wasn't anything special. i found it boring. also the amount of yelling that transpires between the zach character's girlfriend and casey affleck's wife was unbelievably irritating. i found myself annoyed with both of their characters. and finally, i found the script to be somewhat immature.

i just don't think it was done tastefully. but i'm sure, there are many that might beg to differ. i'm just giving my 3 cents.

face. | 2006-09-21 11:11:14

I really liked the movie. I thought your character was a very intersting one to play, and I thought you did a great job. I couldn't hate you during the movie, because I could relate with the main character in being afraid of that final step. The music was great and really tied into the movie. I also thought the ending was perfect.

Emily McKnight | 2006-09-21 11:50:19

Dear Mr.Braff - or Zach

This is my first comment, i hope it makes you proud.

It sucks that i have to put down my dog today, because she's 13 and really sick. So i really need a 'pick me up' movie. Now i know your movie is probably going to be inspiring and crazy nontheless, but i'm sorry to say that my chick and i are going to see Jackass 2. I have no clue on your opinion of the Jackass's, but i can't lie to myself, shameless infliction of harm to ones self always tickled my fancy. I'll still see your movie though, which leads me to my question.

Is "The last kiss" a good date movie, or not?

P.S
(I like Scrubs better than Grey's Anatomy)

Gabe | 2006-09-21 12:11:44

I saw the movie on opening night and I thought it was great. In the beginning of the movie, my boyfriend and I could not stop laughing because we saw ourselves on the big screen.

Later once the movie got more serious, people in the theater were actually yelling at the screen. You know you have a good movie when it gets people so worked up that they feel the need to yell at the screen.

It was very honest look at the good, the bad and ugly parts of relationships. I will be seeing it again next week and I can't wait. I think it's my new favorite movie.

Chrissie | 2006-09-21 12:27:30

Ciao Zack
Shanah Tovah and Hatima Tova to you and your family for a new sweet 5767.
Here in Italy we are still waiting for the film. There is some promotion as "L 'ultimo Bacio" of Gabriele Muccino had a lot of success here some years ago.
Good luck for everything
a presto PAM

Pam Y. L. | 2006-09-21 12:34:00

Pam Y. L. | 2006-09-21 12:34:47

Saw the movie and loved it. Have to admit though. I have been single for a while and it does not make me want to rush out and find a relationship. I think I will stick to the single life for a while.

Kelley | 2006-09-21 13:05:22

The movie was amazing.

Gina Fox | 2006-09-21 13:09:47

Hey Zach,
I saw The Last Kiss last night and thought it was great! You were wonderful. Thanks for entertaining me yet again.
Kelly

Kelly | 2006-09-21 13:29:30

The Last Kiss was a great film. Very moving and very real. I found some parts hilarious and others just so moving. I am a huge fan of yours and have been waiting for word on when the new season of scrubs will begin. Keep up the great work. I also really like your taste in music.

Steve

ps. Rachel Bilson is smokin hot....

Steve Garstka | 2006-09-21 14:28:15

Zach,

Great movie man. Acting was solid all around. Soundtrack, up there with the best. Your hard work is paying off. Hope to work with you in the future. I think my friend Priscilla's voice was there during the credits?

Take care,
Dave

Dave | 2006-09-21 15:08:17

I wish I didn't live in Brazil. I'll have to wait until December to be able to see The Last Kiss.
I love the original italian film and I love the cast and soundtrack for this remake. It is obvious to me that it's going to be awesome.
Stupid Brazil... I had to import Garden State on DVD before it was released on theaters here. =(
Anyway, best of luck and keep up the good work!

Mark | 2006-09-21 15:22:08

Dear Zach,
I have sort of a backhanded compliment for the movie (the story, really). I think the movie was utimately about men who behave badly and the women who put up with that--either out of fear (mom), youthful stupidity (kim), or forgiveness (Jenna). The story didnt help me better uderstand the pressures that men go through in relationships (as I had hoped) but just confirmed my fears that men arent worth the commitment because they themselves are too selfish to commit.
I am 35 and have poured my whole life into my career. I have days where I think that I have made a terrible mistake by not having gotten married. Sadly, your movie told me that the institution--and men--have nothing to offer me. I have made the right choice.
Maybe your next movie could tell me I am wrong.

Heather | 2006-09-21 15:23:56

I'm finally going to check out the movie this weekend. It should be funny. The soundtracks are always good. Maybe neonthief's music will make the cut for your next movie.

Keep making us laugh Sir.

Carlos Torres | 2006-09-21 15:57:58

zach! i just saw the last kiss and it was FANTASTIC! i love it so much, especially the music and the way it was synced with the music it was just awesome. let us know when another movie of yours is out! i love your work!

emma | 2006-09-21 18:46:40

Just saw "The Last Kiss" at the Vista and am happy to report that one fact is confirmed:
You are a big giant move star!
And a very very very good actor.

I was not able to be a fan there for a while, Zach.
(Too much glare from the lights of fame??)
However, your excellent work in this film reiminded me (pleasantly) of the fact that your talent is true and vital.
Excellent.

I am going to be frank and admit that I am not a fan of the film itself. However, your scenes were really excellent.
Great great job.
Congratulations!

Keep on being rad.

Your friend in Silver Lake,

Adele H

Adele H | 2006-09-21 18:47:54

can someone tell me when scrubs is coming back on!!!!??????

nick mendoza | 2006-09-21 20:04:34

Hey Zach, saw the last kiss, soooooooooo good, i loved it, u were really good and very convincing as a very conflicted, troubled young dude. I had a great time during it and afterwards, well, it kind of was a weird feeling of not knowing what to feel about your character's actions. By the way, Michael Weston was just on ER tonight, and the entire time he was this psychotic gunman hostage, i kept thinking, "pshhoooo, stories from the force, hey you could play me and shit" as kenny the coke snorting cop in garden state, sooooooo funny, oh my god. anyway, hope scrubs is going well, it's my favorite tv show and i hope it freakin comes back soon!
Becky*

Becky | 2006-09-21 20:15:11

I saw the film last Friday and was very pleased with it. Only problem was the theatre I saw it in, it smelt of wet rags and the didn't open the curtain all of the way thank goodness it didn't cut off the screen too much. I don't know why we went to that theatre I live in San Diego there's much better ones. :)~ It moved me as Garden State did but in a different way which says so much about your abilities as an actor and a story teller, so thank you. The soundtrack is great too!

Jessica | 2006-09-21 20:59:38

I don't know if you'll actually go through every single comment, but I wanted to at least go on the record saying that 'The Last Kiss' was AMAZING and you were fantastic in it. I'm a week late seeing it, I know, but better late than never, guess! ^-^'

Thanks for making such a wonderful film! :)

Whitney | 2006-09-21 21:08:57

I haven't seen the movie yet, but I bought the soundtrack as a impulse buy because it was staring at me in line. it rocks.

Anna | 2006-09-21 21:13:42

Aww... I am watching you on Ellen right now.. you are so cute.

Raquel | 2006-09-21 22:29:28

I loved The Last Kiss......... it was one of the most emotional and moving movies I have ever seen. I think it shows a lot about the person you are by the movies you choose and eventhough I have never met you I think you are an amazing person with such an interesting personailty. Hmm k this is sounding a lil stalkerish anyways I loved your movie and am glad that you still keep bloging after all this time since garden state came out. And sleeping on a mattress eating take out is sadly a part of my life right now too and I know all your crazy young girl fans out there would buy a calender of you.

Rachel | 2006-09-21 23:47:06

Hello Zach

I just found out that Last Kiss won't be released in Australia until Febuary. So I know it's not your fault, but you are torturing us you know. Goodluck with the movie, it looks awesome.

-J

Jane | 2006-09-22 02:33:25

Je dois encore attendre le 25/10 avant de pouvoir voir ce film! Still have to wait for October 25th before seeing the movie here in France.... Can't wait to see it!!! Must be one of your biggest French fan;)

Linda | 2006-09-22 02:48:04

zb-

great work - i really enjoyed the movie. but, i LOVED the soundtrack. awaiting more scrubs and the like.
thanks for being a great source of entertainment.

-kb

kellie b | 2006-09-22 05:58:18

Well, I watched it opening night. I watch scrubs ALL THE TIME!! It's my new favorite show! Your character was competely different. I was expecting it to be a mushy chick flick...but I was wrong. I loved the movie, but I am going through a divorce and it just brought me back to what was going on with me currently. My husband met someone online...Michael met a college guru. It wasn't what I expected, but you were in it, so it made it okay. I don't think I would have ever taken you back though...if that was me.

Allison | 2006-09-22 07:45:51

I have to admit, I was scared going into this movie because I would have to face some feelings I haven't been proud of in the past. Michael's decision to be honest, and his realization of what was truly great in his life, reassured me. It's easy to be distracted by trivial things that you seem to have in common with others. Crushes are just too common, and will probably never stop happening for me.

Jenna's reaction to it all was so scary...really frightening...but the most realistic I've ever seen in a movie. I felt her pain like a knife in my heart, and it let me in on some of the pain I caused another person. If only this had come out in January! Maybe Michael's mistake can prevent others from going down the same path.

The movie addressed so many things that people fear happening. I loved it. And you're sexy.

Marissa | 2006-09-22 09:40:33

HI zach just got to say 3 words u rock man

GARY | 2006-09-22 09:44:18

hi zach just got to say 3 words u rock man

GARY | 2006-09-22 09:45:56

hi zach just got to say your brilliant good luck in all u do

GARY | 2006-09-22 09:47:53

Hi Zach,

When you mentioned that you just bought a Porshe in one of your recent interviews, my ears perked up.

If you ever want to see how fast your car can go, my brother races his Porshe at a bunch of tracks near L.A. but also teaches a classroom session for novice drivers who want to learn how to drive their cars on a track.

He often races at Willow Springs International Raceway and I think that is where he teaches too. Laguna Seca and Sears Point are other nearby racetracks.

His name is Jack Olsen and even though he is very into his car, I think he's awesome.

Katie | 2006-09-22 10:44:02

Hey Zach

I am a French student currently in Toronto for one semester...
I was lucky enough to be at the red carpet for the movies premiere when you and the other actors of the movie were there.
I was really glad to see you were the nice guy I had imagined... You took time to sign autographs, made a few jokes... and when you came to me, i asked "could you pleaaaase take a picture with me??"... you said "sure!", took my camera, lended back and took the picture...
It's my msn image now and a lot of my friends are really jealous (especially my sister, in France who screamed "noooo it's not fair!!" on the phone when I told her i saw you).
Anyway, thanks for staying that natural and giving guy...

About the movie... of course I went to see it as soon as it came out. And I LOVED it! (not as much as Garden State that is probably my favourite movie...) but I really did.
I cryied a lot but never hated you like some people said.
Because I think that people (men AND women) are sometimes weak when it comes to making big life decisions.
Your caracter was just being really scared and going through those feelings made him realize how important his girlfriend was.
The actors were all really good: I really liked the way that Rachel B.'s caracter was at first the perfect temptation that youth can bring but then was just almost a child seeking for too much attention.

Thank you for everything, your movies, scrubs of course, and mostly yourself...
I don't know if you have a lot of French fans talking here, but I know that among my friends, a lot of us really like who you are and what you do.

Mel
P.S: sorry about writing that much (if it was just up to me, I would actually keep going... ;))

Mel | 2006-09-22 11:36:11

hi Zach
i watched the trailer.i want to see the movie too but don't know if i can find it in Turkey.I will look for it.Scrubs is playing in here too.i wasn't a watcher of tv series.my brother discovered it and now we are huge fans of Scrubs.i also watched Garden State twice.i love your acting.CONGRATULATIONS...
Good luck to you.Take care...

Fatma Yilmaz | 2006-09-22 12:12:06

hello hello
the film was brilliant! it was so real, nothing was sugar coated; it was raw human emotion, which was fantastic. i think by the end of the film i wanted to smack each character, because i go so into it, and at other parts i just wanted to give each character a hug and tell them that everything was going to be o.k. OH!!! also, the music was AMAZING and it fit so well, the soundtrack is mind blowing. as a hole the film was fucking amazing and i LOVED it, so kudos man!!!
kristen

kristen | 2006-09-22 12:39:03

Hey, zachy boy. :P Just so you know, Garden State was one of the most beautiful movies I have ever seen, and after that, I know The Last Kiss will be just as wonderful. :)

Sydney | 2006-09-22 14:27:35

I dunno if you know about them but if not I think you should check out a band called Gregory and the Hawk. After this soundtrack they seem like a band you might enjoy. Take care.

Wow, you have an awful lot of comments to read here, no idea how you get through them all.

Gina | 2006-09-22 14:44:40

Have a happy and healthy New Year! May this one be filled with more successes than any before!

Azi | 2006-09-22 15:56:58

Saw Last Kiss on opening weekend. I wasn't exactly impressed with the story, but I did love everyone's acting. It was good to see you and the others on screen. :)

Good job.

suki | 2006-09-22 16:59:04

Seeing as how I'm such a huge fan of yours it's hard for me to say this but I was highly disappointed with TLK. I think it could have been better it so many ways. Some scenes seemed too rushed and others to long. It didn't have any sort of a flow to it and although it was more realistic then most movies nowadays it stil didn't do it for me. I gave this movie a C and that's only because of Jacinda's, she is truely an amazing actress!!

bee | 2006-09-22 17:07:54

Hello Zach. The movie was great. I can't begin to tell you how much your movies and show have inspired my writing and will to direct. Great job as always. See ya.

Alexa | 2006-09-22 18:23:39

I am really sad. because I cannot go to see the Last Kiss ( yet, anyways) becasue i go to school in a shitty little hick town (Clarion PA) and it is not playing at the local cinema.

heres hoping that it will be playing there soon or that i can see it elsewhere ASAP.

sad.

Carley Rachelle | 2006-09-22 18:25:10

oh.....
i really want to see... but here [brazil] we do not get the movies as fast as you do...
hahah
sorry. my english is too bad (:
kisses **;

ana elisa | 2006-09-22 18:33:38

Dude, I have not commented in FOREVER!! So here it goes. I watched every single T.V. program interview you had and you are amazing! I wish I could so a foward handspring. :)
I went to see Last Kiss by myself because all my other friends cancled. So I met a new friend, talked and sat next to her. I thought I would never see her again. But the other day I was headed to the cta subway and she called my name. We exchanged numbers and now- thanks to you sorta- I have a new friend.
And I relaized what a NERD I was when I'm the only person in the theater there who knows about your web site. And here I am talking to all these strangers about you- like I actually know you. Hah Anyways- You put such a big smile on my face. Good Luck with everything in your life and SCRUBS ROCKS!!!!!!!!
BECCA!!

Becca Slick | 2006-09-22 19:49:14

hi! This is the first time that I make a comment here.
I%u2019m from Argentina, so I didn%u2019t have the opportunity to watch The Last Kiss yet , and i really dont know when will the movie arrive to argentinean cinemas. For example Garden state opened here 8 months after it opened in teh U.S.A
I should say that one of the reasons why I%u2019m writing here is because I think that garden state is such a perfect movie. I dont joke when i say that is one of my favourite movie of all. One of the reasons that i like this movie so much, is that i identify so much with Natalie%u2019s character Sam, and this has never happen to me with another movie. Also i think that all the actors and actresses are really good.
Other thing which i want to congratulate you for is for the soundtracks that you have made. I%u2019m they are really really good i like them so much. I met a lot of bands, by listening to the garden state soundtrack, that i didnt know of their existence like for example the shins and others. Now i%u2019m always listening to the last kiss soundtrack, perhaps i even like it more than garden state%u2019s.
I know that the possibilities of you to read this message are one in a thousand (i mean they are a LOT of comments), but I hope that, i dont know when you have some moment, you could read it.
For that and all thanks!
Germán
P.D.: perhaps my comment isn%u2019t so clear and it has a lot of mistakes, but I%u2019m 15 and my English is not so good.

Germán | 2006-09-22 20:31:24

Hey hey
Ive been wanting to see ur movie badly!
But it isnt playing in 3 places ive gone to.
And ive been trying everyday, somewhere near where i live. But no luck.
I hope to see it soon :(
Good luck w/ Scrubs Its awsome!!
My friend says HI :)

Emily | 2006-09-22 21:45:19

Absolutely loved "The Last Kiss". Somehow your movies affect me. I've spent many hours thinking about "Garden State" and now I know I will spend many more thinking of this movie. You choose roles that are so real and I love that. I look forward to seeing many more of your movies in the future.

Kelli | 2006-09-22 21:51:37

zach, checked out the new movie on the first weekend, and it just blew me away. i just had to see it!! i was so mesmerized by the work you did on garden state, so i had to see your follow-up and i was very impressed. it made me think quite a bit how i handle my life, and my relationship. and it really moved me, thankyou for that.
good job man, keep on making them and i'll keep seeing them! your a fantastic actor and film-maker!!
great work!
matt

matt lucas | 2006-09-22 21:57:54

zach, oh, and i forgot to add, the soundtracks on both movies "garden state" and "the last kiss" were just plain AWESOME!!! you have the best taste in music!! when it comes out, i think i might just buy the soundtrack for the film!!! and my girlfriend says hi...
matt

matt lucas | 2006-09-22 22:02:27

great film. you are a wonderful actor.
i had to come home and google you because I am new to your work. the story spoke to me.
i had felt all of those same emotions from ALL characters at some time in my life.
Im going to go catch Garden State now.
CHICAGO loves you. xoxxox
your NEWEST fan, Betsy

betsy harris | 2006-09-22 22:27:00

No way!! this is so unfair, I live in guatemala and here only the "summer" flicks get premier right away, It will probably be a year to see it, maybe the DVD version, that's how I watched Garden State, luckily I seen the original italian version, but still I'm a huge Zach Braff fan so I want to see this movie so BAD, well patience is a virtue. Hey Zach youre awesome, you introduced me to the shins for which I will be forever grateful, and a few other bands, you gave us Scrubs which I loved from the begining, and then Garden State which I still cant get tired off (specially the commentary with Natalie) so long story short YOURE AWESOME.

Miguel | 2006-09-22 22:29:42

bravo man. i just want to watch it again and again.... when's the DVD out man?!

Joyce | 2006-09-22 23:31:18

The Last Kiss moved me- simply- And I know you have heard this many, many times before %u2013 I could place a part of myself in each of the characters.

And similarly having been hurt in the same way as poor Jacinda's character not too long ago, it was crazy for me to watch something so powerful and for once be completely immersed in the story- rather than the most common reaction from me- to tear and swell up, making rest the movie unwatchable. I was for some reason able to detach myself emotionally from my own experiences, yet still keep those memories close enough to sympathize and feel with the characters. That was pretty awesome.

Maybe it was because I was ready to watch a movie like this- Well I guess that is it. In any matter the movie speaks so truly of what so many young to maturing adults feel or experience. And man it sucks- hard, and the movie definitely didn't hide the gritty.

I'm glad you sorta warned everyone about the potential this movie had to turn some audience members off- Good job and not pulling a Breakup. Not that the two movies are comparable content wise; but you understand%u2026 Hm.. It takes me a long time to say what I really want to say. UHG.

I guess the short of the long is- I loved how Rachel's character was lovable in the fact that she was super clumsy in how she tried to 'pick up' you or Michal I guess- hah that%u2019s my brothers name- And you couldn%u2019t help but feel sorry for her. At least I did. Jacinda made me cry. Your character made me depressed. But in the end I felt all the emotions I think I was suppose too and I walked away proud to have spend 9.50$.

I%u2019ve seen this movie three times- Hah, and I think a friend is dragging me along tomorrow. SWEET!

Keep up the good work and I can%u2019t WAIT! For SCRUBS!!!

Hope this message finds you well-
Becca

Becca Slick | 2006-09-23 00:02:07

Alas: used to express unhappiness, pity, or concern
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, from a ah las weary, from Latin lassus

Alas is not the same thing as "at last".

at last | 2006-09-23 00:02:13

dear zach,

i think when you say "alas" (look it up) you mean to say "at last."

moron.

- someone who thought maybe it was a one-time goof until it showed up in at least 2 postings, and is too bored with this site to read on to see if it shows up in more

hmm | 2006-09-23 00:04:28

oooook.. i'm italian and i don't speak english very well.. indeed, i don't speak it at all.. So it's bettere that I avoid than to write too much or I will cut a very poor figure..
ZB you are a myth for me!!! And also your mentor Jhon McGinley.. right.. i don't know english.. I stop.. it's better..

Lukk

Lukk | 2006-09-23 09:22:49

I enjoyed the movie greatly, however I'm not sure I was happy with the ending. It felt incomplete to me. I would go into greater detail about it, but I don't want to drop any spoilers.

Anne | 2006-09-23 09:27:12

Zach the last kiss was amazing and you played micheal perfectly. Couldnt be better.

Zack | 2006-09-23 09:58:42

hey zach!
Well...I think you're just great. I am too excited to see your movie and enjoy reading about you in an insane amount of magazines. Love your music too: I think you'd also like:
David by Nellie McKay
Her Space Holiday
and some other thing I'm forgetting...
oh yeah Orginal Cast recording of Hello! Dolly
(joke)
thanks for being you.

AP | 2006-09-23 10:19:44

Hey man i am so going to watch your movie zach, i think you are such a legend. can't wait go see it.

Jonjo | 2006-09-23 10:56:48

Im gonna tell you the truth Zach, it made 5 million opening day, it did shit, the movies not so great, the original is much better. Im just telling you the truth, reading the other peoples comments makes me sick. So fake how much they love you without telling you the truth. I dont think its possible for them to dislike the movie when they follow you obsessively. They all liked it before they watched it, no way would they hate it even if the movie was bad. To hear someone say it is top 3 movie of all time makes me cringe. You know the truth, Rotten Tomatoes knows the truth, the box office knows the truth, its time that we grow old and do some shit. You tried, you cried, you whored the movie to death, and I like that effort, but not the movie. Sorry for the truth, atleast you get some balance with 1 negative review out of every post.

Sam | 2006-09-23 10:57:10

I can't wait to see The Last Kiss, me and my friend are going to watch it when it comes out next week over here in Manchester. I'm at uni now which is very exciting! I'm waiting for scrubs season 4 to get to me, but i hav to go pick it up from the post office cos they cudnt post it thru my letterbox =( even more of a wait!!! Anyhoo, keep up the exciting and inspiring work, and good luck with The Last Kiss, hope it does as well as it deserves to do. Which is very well!!!! K x

P.S. I'm well into The Shins atm cos of Garden State - thanks for introducing their music to me!!!

Neota | 2006-09-23 11:15:42

Oh n that guy who's slaggin the movie off - no hatin on here!!!! Constructive criticism yeh, but don't be gettin nasty now!

Love K x

Neota | 2006-09-23 11:18:12

start listening to Lior (Lior.com.au)

jen | 2006-09-23 13:29:40

Hey Zach,

What's up with the negativity and immature comments being left on the comments? I'm sorry that's happening....so lame.

I have mixed feelings about the movie - I feel like the actual acting itself was wonderful, lots of truly great performances by the cast. Wasn't so crazy about the execution, which is maybe more of a reflection of how truly DIFFICULT it is to make an incredible movie. This isn't to say that the movie was bad, it just wasn't as good as Garden State.

For a lot of your fans, it's also probably tougher to relate to. I saw it with a group of college kids and can't really relate to the fears expressed in the movie (not yet, at least...) whereas I could TOTALLY relate to Garden State.

And the audience kept laughing during these really serious, tension filled scenes. Like "HAHA ZACH BRAFF IS ON THE SCREEN SO IT MUST BE FUNNY." So weird.

Anyways, you put in a wonderful performance (even if I didn't love the movie as a whole) and I hope that great scripts come your way....

Katherine | 2006-09-23 14:08:59

Just saw "The Last Kiss" and with the run of Scrubs on Comedy Central today it is a Zach Braff day, or something. I loved the movie, it seemed "real", as I am sure the people involved were hoping to capture. The performances of everyone in the movie should be commended and the use of Imogen Heap's Hide and Seek was great! Best of luck to you in the future. The roles you play are something we all can relate to and that is why I always look forward to your movies/ TV shows!

Corey | 2006-09-23 14:47:29

Tears from Waff.

Waff | 2006-09-23 16:57:59

Tears from Waff.

Waff | 2006-09-23 16:58:03

Tears from Waff.

Waff | 2006-09-23 16:58:08

Tears from Waff.

Waff | 2006-09-23 16:58:12

I really enjoyed the movie, but I did think that some of the profanity and nude scenes felt forced. I don't know if the producers wanted an "R" rating, or if people really talk like that. I talked to a few other people who felt the same way, but.... Anywho, I laughed, and cried, and thought about my last relationship. I think we could've used some pointers given in the movie! hahaha. Well, that's all I hve to say...keep it real.

Pamela | 2006-09-23 17:44:20

I saw The Last Kiss last Friday (September 15)...Honestly it was just a spontaneous endeavor walking to the theater to see it at 11:00 something in the a.m. I hadn't even indulged in some sort of caffeinated beverage yet. There had to be no more than 5 people in the theater with me, which was a tad creepy. I'm betting it was due to the time of day, but nonetheless it oozed of eerie vibes. Eerie, popcorn scented vibes. But, I regress. The movie was enjoyable. Intense, even. Dare I say...emotionally raw, like undercooked, tearful steak. It was well-acted by you and your fellow actor people. What I'm trying to get at here, is that I liked it, and hope to see you back on the "big screen" soon. Sincerely (Sincerly? I've never been able to spell it right) Tiffany from SoCal :)

Tiffany | 2006-09-23 18:42:34

946 comments already?!? Good God. Just saw the movie tonight with my room-mates. Fantastic! Terrifically painful, but an honest film. Blythe Danner is unbelievable. Bravo on your performance. What a great job you have!

Carmen Goetschius | 2006-09-23 19:28:10

Hi! Grettings of Venezuelaaa!

Well Zach, first of all I don't speak english very well (only a little), ok, I'll like you movie because i like you, you're so handsome and cute and intelligent, etc.

You're the best actor I ever seen. Scrubs it's very funny and I learn of it... It have some things that.... I really don't know how to say it in english =S

Well I hope you read this... See ya!

Andy

Andrea C.C.M. | 2006-09-23 19:58:03

Hi! Grettings of Venezuelaaa! Well Zach, first of all I don't speak english very well (only a little), ok, I'll like you movie because i like you, you're so handsome and cute and intelligent, etc. You're the best actor I ever seen. Scrubs it's very funny and I learn of it... It have some things that.... I really don't know how to say it in english =S Well I hope you read this...

See ya!
Andy

Andrea C.C.M. | 2006-09-23 20:02:29

Hey Zach!! Thanks for checking in! You're wearing your heart on your sleeve when it comes to THE LAST KISS, and I like that. I like that a lot!! It sounds like a wonderful movie, and I can't wait to see it. I truly hope it opens Down Under but I have no idea when or where. Anyone know? Stores are clueless about the soundtrack too, so I've had to order that off Amazon and am awaiting anxiously for its arrival. Keep doing the good work that you do so well.

Later days, Angela (in Melbourne, Australia)

Angela | 2006-09-23 20:17:55

i have a few songs that i REALLY REALLY like and i want to refer to you so you can listen..they are really amazing songs

Your Heart is an empty room by death cab for cutie

i am sure you would have heard numerous Snow patrol songs since you had one in the TLK sound track..i think How to be dead by the same band is pretty good and if you never listened you should

The orignal Wonderwall..ever hear it? for some reason is remind me of you i don't know why..it is by oasis

Also another good one by oasis is champagne supernova..very good

Time of your life by green day..pretty good if you like green day that is

dido is also a very good ..white flag is my fav.

Rebecca | 2006-09-23 21:14:13

dear Zach,
Just wanted to let you know the Last Kiss was a great movie. I went not really knowing what it was about, but since Im a huge fan of yours went to see it. I took my wife who wasn't interested at all, but when it ended she was even happier to have seen it than me. Keep up the outstanding work, I look forward to your future projects. Also, thanks for recommending The Girl in the Cafe, it was a really good little film.

Clay | 2006-09-23 21:25:26

So.... Zach Braff. I have to admit that I've never really emailed a famous person before. And also that I don't really expect for you to read this post personally. But I have to tell you that I went and saw "The Last Kiss" as soon as I could. No, I realize that it wasn't the first weekend it opened. And so I don't know how much it will impact (if at all) how long it gets to stay in theatres. But I wanted you to know I saw it as soon as I could, because I'm in medical school, and I had a huge exam last week. But I agree with you that it was a very real and very honest portait of guilt and betrayal and friendship. And I think that you bring a certain honesty to whatever role you play. Although I have to admit that I really believe that you should be acting in whatever you write and direct yourself. Because, as much as I love Scrubs (and yes, I do), I think that Garden State was hands down better than The Last Kiss. And yes, I think that The Last Kiss was a really beautiful film, but still, I believe that you could do more, if you had written and directed it yourself. So, my point is, that I love your acting, and yes, I know that a thousand high school girls probably write on this site every week, and I don't really expect to be viewed as more than just one them. But I want you to know that I am a lover of great films, and I don't believe that very many movies out there today really capture any true honesty about the human condition. The few movies that I really loved out of the past year and a half or so were: Garden State, Eternal Sunshine, Closer, Sideways, I Heart Huckabees, Little Miss Sunshine, and finally The Last Kiss. But I really love you, in whatever role you play. And I am sorry for rambling on like this, but since your last post was inspired by Chardonnay, I thought you might understand that this one was inspired by Jack Daniels. So there you go...it just goes to show that whatever our best intentions, the liquor manages to rule us all. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that I appreciate what you are doing out there, and that I believe you are one of the few actors working today that I really believe cares about the work more than the money. So thank you, very much. And if you do happen to read this, and feel moved to respond, I would appreciate it that much more.

-Kala

Kala | 2006-09-23 21:36:50

So.... Zach Braff. I don't actually expect you to read this. But in case you do.... I want you to know that I have never really written to a famous person before. But I wanted to write to you, because I really respect what you're doing. I didn't get to see The Last Kiss on opening weekend, because I'm in medical school and I had a really big exam this week. But I saw it as soon as I could (this weekend, although I don't know how much of an impact, if at all, that will have on how long it gets to stay in theatres), and I agree with you that it is a really gritty, really honest portrayal of love, relationships and betrayal. Although, to be quite honest, as much as I love Scurbs (and I do), I really believe that you should only act in what you write and direct yourself, because, as much I loved you in The Last Kiss, I believe that Garden State was hands down a better film. I consider myself to be a lover of great film, and the few films that I saw and truly loved in the past year and a half or so were: Garden State, Eternal Sunshine, Closer, Sideways, I Heart Huckabees, Little Miss Sunshine, and finally The Last Kiss. I just want you to know that I believe you to be one of the few actors working today who really cares about the work more than the money and the fame (although I know that must be nice too : ), and also for you to know how much I respect and appreciate that. I am sorry for writing such a long post, but as one of your recent posts was inspired by Chardonnay, I thought you might appreciate that this one was inspired by Jack Daniels. Anyway, I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate you and the work that you do. And on the off chance that you do read this, and feel moved to respond, I would appreciate that even more. Anway,...thanks! And I will continue to support you!

-Kala

Kala | 2006-09-23 22:02:48

i thought it was really amazing how real the characters were.

dani | 2006-09-23 22:13:26

OH My- I was watching some podcasts you did- And was watching the cast of you and Tony goldwyn on his set- and HAHA at the movie theater I work at we have a game/food area and we have that EXACT SAME HOT DOG!!!

Becca Slick | 2006-09-23 22:43:18

call me an optimist but the content depressed me. its quite tragic actually. although i guess at the end of the day, it was all good or at least a lesson learned. but i have to admit, i kept wishing that at least one of the characters would have the fairy tale "happy ending".

rachel | 2006-09-23 23:44:48

Mr. ZB, or JD, or simply Mr. Braff,

I saw The Last Kiss the Friday after it came out. Normally I would have gone to see it the day of, however my ex girlfriend wanted to see it with me for reasons still unknown to me. As we sat and stared at the larger than life imagery and as our shoes were slowly glued to the still drying butter and soda spillage, I sat and wondered what this movie would in tale. Would it be a triumph over love lost? Would it shower me with emotions and situations I can only get from certain movies? I hadn%u2019t a clue, but as the plot unfolded, my desire to watch increased. You see, the movie you%u2019ve made is an eco of the life I%u2019ve led with my ex girl friend, the one whom I went to see it with. Not so much of the %u201Cplanned out our lives%u201D genre, but more in the aspect that we both have made terrible mistakes that has cost our love tremendous anguish. What we both saw were two ways of dealing with the situation and how you can grow from it. To say that people are perfect is an insult to who we are. We are fallible. We will make mistakes. Its part of the choices that we so desperately need in life. I guess, to sum up this post, I just wanted to thank you for something like this. Its not often that we, as struggling actors, get to see - A man using his talents to tell stories that are more real than any adventure or computer image can create. My ex and I are both grateful for that experience.

Keep an extra spot open for me in Scrubs. I hope to one day be able to walk the line that you have chosen.

Yours truly,
John

John | 2006-09-24 00:56:22

Didnt reach the big screen here yet, but Im sure it will be good as L'ultimo Bacio, was just brillant.

I did this portrait with oil paint, trying to do you justice. The painting is quite popular now, oh well, hope you enjoy it :)

Link : http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/40250480/

Clémence Polès | 2006-09-24 04:24:27

yup..so here I am, 5am on a Sunday mornin. I'm not a crazy "I -heart- Zach B. so much that I stay up all night and browsed for pics of him on Google" person..haha.
i actually work for REI and there isn%u2019t too much to do in the call center at this time%u2026so I stumbled across your page and I thought I would give this message thing a try%u2026
yes, I am going to start out with (I know you will never read this but) the movie really was great. amazing how you guys made it feel so real. my friend and I were actually hiding our faces in our fleece jackets when you kissed %u201Cthe other woman%u201D haha. yes, we are 23 years old.
in fact, it was so good that I may have just happened to have seen it twice%u2026maybe. last movie I saw twice in the theater was titanic..& I think I was 12.
-also- I was going to suggest a few links for you to check out, mainly because I see that you and I have a few common interests. funny tees, and good music. so.. check out:
www.nataliedee.com
and tyrone wells at
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=13452959

::good stuff.

well, way to go with an awesome film! and, keep it coming!

Dawn Marie | 2006-09-24 05:50:03

Dear Zach,
Before i begin, i just want to inform you that i'm a french boy, so my english is not very good. I try to write you something correct.
I don't have all the world in my vocable to exprim my admiration. I know you since the beautiful "garden state", one of my favorite movies. I watched it again and again, until i see on a frenc tv "scrubs". It was an evidence, you became on of my favortie actor/director. In the caracter you are playing, i always see a part of me. I don't know if you understand all i write, but if you are in the life, like the caracter in the tv or movies you play, i thing you are a great personn.
One of your french fan.
Maxime
PS: i whish receiv an anser!! in french why not. thanks a lot, when i see your movies, i know that i'm not the only personn who living in a different world.

Xi | 2006-09-24 06:10:33

ps- great soundtrack too. for the movie. the last kiss.
i actually have the Cary Bros on my myspace page right now, which you know means a lot since myspace is the new single most important thing in the world. bwahah!

-and- i continued reading comments after i posted my first comment...still not working...and i would just like to say to the guy who claimed we all loved the movie before we saw it, i'm not even a zach braff fan, and i loved the movie, so much so that i just recently started watching scrubs reruns to see what this zach braff had to offer. hahah

the movie was just great.

DM

Dawn Marie | 2006-09-24 06:21:10

Just wanted to say that I really loved The Last Kiss. It was both what I had hoped for and expected. The entire story line and the way it was executed felt so real in a raw emotional way. The main concept is one that I have pondered for several years and sort of searched for an answer to what happens in relationships when you get to that point where things only get increasingly complicated and keeping things together is work. I do think that there were elements added to Garden State that gave a personal touch that were absent from The Last Kiss. My feeling is that it is because you didn't write this movie. One of the things that have remained with me upon watching it has been the AMAZING soundtrack. You truly have a gift for producing soundtracks. I am already looking forward to the next soundtrack you put together!

-Danielle

Danielle | 2006-09-24 07:41:36

when the films out in the UK i'll e camping ouside the cinema. it's sure to be grea just like everything else ou've been involved with. except for 1 thing u've turned me into a journey fan which is getting me a few mockinngs.

jae | 2006-09-24 09:28:43

Zach, i love u.

wikma | 2006-09-24 09:43:28

I saw "The Last Kiss" and did enjoy it...I really love the soundtrack.
I thought the girl you cheated with in the movie was mis-cast though...I would have picked someone sweeter...she wasn't worth going back to a second time.
I have to say you are one talented person...I wish I had half your talent.

Teri | 2006-09-24 09:47:58

So I finally got aorund to seeing the Last Kiss, and I'm sorry but compared to garden state I jsut didn't like it all that much...eh...ah well.

Allison | 2006-09-24 09:51:50

Hey!

I hate your movies so much!

If you're the voice of our generation, then your larynx should be crushed. Why don't you stick to making iPod mixes and stop turning them into movies. Your movies are about as deep as my toilet bowl.

Braff H8er | 2006-09-24 09:59:08

love the site! xoxoxo
I love how the site is about ME and not YOU, you totally totally are such a giver. It's like you've crossed over to the spiritual side of cinema inhabited by the likes of Andrei Tarkovsky and brought us back glittering triumphs of the silver screen.
OMG you're so H.O.T....in like a totally unconventional way that appeals to the Everyman. I mean, you TOTALLY get me...it's like when I'm listening to the Garden State soundtrack, you're sitting right next to me and holding my hand throughout the whole experience.

Oh, and I LOVED THE LAST KISS. I mean, it speaks to our generation. I mean, who do I pick...the hot girlfriend I've been committed to, or the hot college chick...OUR GENERATION JUST DOESN'T KNOW. Oh, and buying a house is soooo BORING...I mean Thanks for answering these relevant questions of today...and tomorrow.

Braff Lover | 2006-09-24 10:05:41

Just wanted to say I love all your work .....

Alisha | 2006-09-24 10:16:10

zaaach, your movies are amazing. garden state is one of my favorite movies. and me being the faithful fan i am went and saw the last kiss the night it came out. the first time i was like "oh yeah it's good" but then i saw it again and ugh, im so in love with it.
and i read somewhere that you did the soundtrack for this movie too? garden state's soundtrack is amazing and so is this one. after two movies of yours that have totally touched me and two movies that i completely love, i dont think i can ever doubt a zach braff work again.
youre awesome=]
love, sam

samantha | 2006-09-24 10:33:25

In Dallas last night a big group of your "60 or over"
fans saw The Last Kiss. We ALL loved it (even my husband, who is SO sick of hearing about how darling and wonderful Zach Braff is ... from his wife)!

The film is exactly as you described it, and I think you are one fine actor. I have been listening to the soundtrack for weeks, and I love it - Hearing it while I watched the film made it even better.

I am so proud of you, Zach. You are a very talented young man, and you are SO appealing (this, coming from a woman who has three sons ages 29-35).
Happy New Year, and congratulations on your latest success. You have hit another home run.

Peace and love,
Carolyn

Mrs. Robinson | 2006-09-24 11:10:53

The Last Kiss was AMAZING! It filled me up with so many emotion and truly touched my heart. The plot was so beautiful and I can't get enough of it! I've been trying to get all my friends to see it because i want to share this wonderful film to everyone i know! It made me laugh, cry, feel anxious, uncomfortable and happy at the end. The scene were your character talks to the father touched me and made me warm inside. Rachel's character was really annoying to me in regards to her personality and the way she was, but I think its either because you wanted us to feel for Jacinda's character, or I am just a romantic that doesn't like to see a relationship get ruined by anyone.

You are just so amazingly talented. I love all the films you do. and may i say, i am addicted to the song Ride by the Cary brothers.

keep up the amazing work zach. i love your movies and scrubs, must i add, is my favorite tv show.

im looking forward to your next work

thank you,

Elisa

Elisa | 2006-09-24 12:07:44

Just wanted to say thank you...my husband, Ed, met you while you were playing drums earlier this week and you were so kind as to give him your autograph for me. As he said, I am a big fan...I just think you're terrific! We're going to see "The Last Kiss" this afternoon...wanted to go opening weekend but it was our daughter's first birthday and there was mad celebrating with all her Vegas baby buddies all weekend long!

Venia | 2006-09-24 12:44:05

i cant wait to see last kiss, and i cant wait to listen for the soundtrack, and dont worry about opening worse than josh hartnett or the rock, you RULE

john | 2006-09-24 13:24:04

Hey Zach !

I'm sure "The last kiss"
is wonderful, but I have to wait until october 25th to discover it, because I live in France.(looks like a long time to me ! ). Congratulations for all ! ( your service, Scrubs, Garden State....) And best of luck

Keep up the good work.

Michael

Mick | 2006-09-24 13:55:08

Saw the film today. My husband and I both wanted to see it, but also had some concerns about the possibility of it being a movie about kids inventing problems for themselves. Thankfully, that was not the case. We're a decade ahead of the characters in the film - both 39 - and have been through a lot of similar stuff in our 16 years of marriage. We found all of it believable and had no trouble understanding the motivations of any of the characters. Definitely a project everyone involved can be proud of. Congratulations! Nice to see you continue your trend of picking quality projects.

Cheers!

Andie | 2006-09-24 14:22:24

Zach, you wanted some music suggestions, so...

Check out TALLY HALL.

Best new band and album of 2006.

http://www.myspace.com/tallyhallcom

Chris | 2006-09-24 14:41:57

He is a bit different, but I am a big fan of his vocal ranges. Check out Matt Caplan at www.mattcaplan.com

Keep making great soundtracks!

Corey | 2006-09-24 15:52:21

This movie was incredible. It was one of those movies which had such a heartbreaking honesty about it. I left the movie wanting to cry and smile at the same time. It was really, really well done.

The soundrack is INCREDIBLE also...which is a huge plus! Well done!

Becky | 2006-09-24 15:52:26

The movie is fantastic. It is powerful in the little ways that are everything. Please continue to work with projects that have meaning and motive-pieces that make us think, and please, please continue to use such wonderful music backdrops. I appreciate your movies in ways that are probably all too narcissistic, but I believe it is your intention. Really trully an amazing moive. Your work will always be a must see.

Gabrielle Vonville | 2006-09-24 16:23:17

Hey Zach look at this: http://cracked.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=1037
Well, their might be at least someone who doesn't like your work!
Anyway, keep on working!
schui

schui | 2006-09-24 17:32:54

Wow...
I thought the last kiss was absolutly amazing..
the movies you're in are always so real to life and i love that.... I left the theater feeling so warm and happy inside...I think you are such a great actor and keep doing what you love don't stop!
*Sasha*

P.s...the soundtrack is awesome!

Sasha | 2006-09-24 18:12:48

I saw the movie on opening weekend, and I thought it was great. I called my brother after I saw it...hes turning 31 in November and is having a lot of the revelations that your character had in the movie. I thought that the film focused on painting relationships in a "real" light, which I appreciate, since most films don't. I liked the persistence of your character :o)

Also...have you ever checked out David Gray? He has something like 7 albums out, but I think White Ladder is his best. For some reason, he isn't very big in the U.S....which is too bad because he makes beautiful music.

Katie | 2006-09-24 18:15:04

So I realize the issue has been out for awhile, but I have to let you know that the spreads of you in the GQ issue with Clive Owen on the front are gorgeous. You make suits look so classic and tailored. Very nice job Mr. Braff. : )

Pam Clayton | 2006-09-24 18:35:48

Zach! Oh man! "The Last Kiss" was amazing!!! ..I cant wait for it to come out on DVD!!! Congrats on this absolutely wonderful film!

Ellen | 2006-09-24 19:39:48

Hi Zach,
Just saw the Last Kiss. Wow, was it not what the trailer promised. (way darker!) I think my husband put it best when he said it was like the movie "Singles" but not nearly as funny. Too bad too. Some good performances, but have to say not much a stretch from Garden State. You seem dazed and confused throughout and to be honest, I couldn't figure out what Jenna saw in Michael, let alone what the hot 19 year old saw%u2026 why couldn't the character have been "Zach Braff" funny so we could have seen why two women found him irresistable? I just found Michael dull and self absorbed. It made sense in the Jenna relationship, but why would Kim be attracted to that? And by the way, why did Jenna's mom go back to her dad? Did the answer end up on the cutting room floor? Although I did like how Michael took the advice of Jenna's dad and stuck it out no matter what. My kids never take my advice, so it gave me hope. I liked the bartender guy with the long hair the best, he was the most honest character in the movie. Anyway, good luck with it, and next time around maybe pull a Johnny Depp and wear some make up or women's clothes and really knock one out of the park! You're very watchable, but I'd like to see what else you can do.
Sincerely,
A serious movie goer who's seen it all

Abby | 2006-09-24 19:44:50

THIS IS NOT SPAM!!!!

Check out this blog it has a really good take on the similarities between "The Last Kiss" & "Garden State".

It's really worth a look:

http://www.brianmpalmer.com/blog/2006/09/07/the-gardening/

T in Toronto | 2006-09-24 20:12:51

Good review Abby.

Actually I loved the movie at first, until the more I thought about it, I realized how one sided the opinions were and how it seemed to portray all the woman as: overly emotional, loose, cold & bitchy. Then how Jenna, who was once the "perfect" girl as stated by Izzy for being guy-like, turns into a raving loon when she finds out. I mean who in their right mind would freak out at someone's wake!

There was alot of different directions the movie couls have taken, but all in all it was entertaining.

Hat's off to Blythe Danner who truly played the MOST real character in the movie. Her portrayl of a lonely woman who has to listen to her daughter give advice on how to make her marriage work was very eye opening to say the least! It really showed that maybe you should try walking in someones shoes before you judge them.... kind of like how she never truly took sides when she found out that Micheal had cheated, bcz she knows we all make stupid mistakes for our own stupid reasons.

Anyway, pretty good movie, just needed a girls touch, lol. I did like that I being as how I'm now 33, I could really see where I've been with this movie (early 20's), where I am at now and where I'm going... Man, this is a movie that shows you just how far you've come!

T in Toronto | 2006-09-24 20:27:37

Zach,

I loved the movie. I don't know about you or anyone else, but I gage how much I like a movie on how much the charaters move me. Happy, sad, etc, etc. Well, there were times I hated some of the people in the movie and loved them at the same time. Only a good movie and good acting can accomplish that. Great job! I did get to see the movie on opening weekend. I hope all went well with that!

Jodie (Bronx, NY)

Jodie | 2006-09-24 20:44:44

Hey Zach!

Just saw Last Kiss this weekend and absolutely loved it! Judging by the audience that was in the theater so did everybody else. Since you're into You Tube you should check out two videos. One is called mom laughs while kid almost dies. It's of this kid slipping through a roller coaster and screaming for his life while his mom laughs her ass off. It's hysterical, espcially when he starts screaming "Help me Jesus!" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHxjbWEDWWk If I did this right, that's the link. The other is the weatherman that gets attacked by a roach. He starts screaming like a girl. Also, check out Rie Sinclair. Awesome singer/songwriter. She's got a great song out called "It's Already Over." Anyway, just wanted to pass that along. Watch the You Tube video. Seems like your sense of humor. Made me pee my pants.

Jessica | 2006-09-24 20:55:34

Hi Zach, I went to see "The Last Kiss" today...thought I was going to see a "romantic" movie, and instead it was...Reality! :-) "Let's put the Fun back in Dysfunctional!" :-) Good acting job on your part...but to me the movie was brutal to watch. Having been raised in a dysfunctional family and being a child of divorce, and then having gone through one myself, it's tough to be reminded of how shitty relationships can be at times!

As a person commented above, it is interesting to see the different "stages" of various relationships in the movie. Yup - I went through the "recreational sex" stage while in college (fun at the time) like the Tarzan-looking character in the movie is at; then later I went through the "How the hell am I going to be a good parent?" fear stage when I was married and learned I was pregnant, and also various betrayals took place of different degrees over time in that relationship.

I guess the message I got from the film is that no one should pass judgement on another, and that forgiveness is a good thing. I liked that the movie showed that one character choosing to leave his unhappy marriage, but still sticking around to be a father to his child - that was a choice I liked. And I think it was realistic the way the Bythe Danner-relationship was resolved. It was fun seeing the "Kenny the cop" actor in a different role - he did a good job!

I was at a book signing at a bookstore last night, and saw the current Paste mag with your interview in it - it was a good interview! That's great that you try to keep in the forefront of your mind that our time here is finite and to make the most of each day...that truly is a gift!

Have fun back at work at Scrubs, and Im looking forward to the new episodes (especially the musical; When will the new season be airing?)

I hope you will make some time in the (near) future to do some more writing (screenplay, etc.)...of what moves you, and is related to your "truth" now...

Wishing you good luck with The Last Kiss and all of the other irons you have in the fire -

Peace & Smiles, Barbara :-)

Barbara | 2006-09-24 22:23:55

saw the movie on the opening night. loved it. Zach was great. so were Michael's friends 'since preschool'. all women, despite big or smaller roles, were awesome: Jacinda Barrett, Rachel Bilson, Marley Shelton, Lauren Lee Smith - super!
got back home, checked some extras online, figured that 'the last kiss' is an American version of an Italian 'l'ultimo bacio', so rented, watched it, liked it too. about 1/2 of both movies are identical, same scenes, dialogues, fabula. the last part is different as well as the moral. i found an American ending to be quit sad but so realistic.
Enjoy both versions if interested!

Ruta from Boulder

Ruta | 2006-09-24 22:30:39

Hi Zach,

I just came home from your movie. My my.. it as many has said, left us talking about your movie after seeing it. Everything about it is superb from the storyline and above all the acting.

I encourage many to see this movie!! It has touched soo many aspects of live in so many ways.

Side note: don't bring your 4yr old to see this movie. (as my experience..it has graphic content) Now you ask who would bring a 4yr to see it? Well the people sitting in front of us. How much does it cost for a babysitter these days?

Jessy-ka | 2006-09-24 22:58:10

hey zach, i just wanted to say i think you're a pretty awesome guy.

a friend and i were saying the other day that the reason i like all the things you've done so much is cause it all kinda represents our generation so much. whether we're trying to figure out what we want out of life or not even knowing which way to turn to begin with.

i feel like such a groupie whore following all your shit. in any case, its all awesome, can't wait to see your next projects! keep up the good work!

Chris

chris | 2006-09-25 00:04:40

hey zach, i just wanted to say i tihnk what you're doing is great. i wasn't sure if i should toss that here or on the myspace or what.

i was talking with my friend about your stuff the other night. i think it came up cause i was telling him i thought last kiss was an awesome movie.

in any case, we figured the reason i like all your shit so much is cause it somehow feels like it really represents our generation. maybe thats why everyone likes it. whether we're trying to find our way in life, trying to figure out what the fuck we want or just trying to get through the day, it feels like all the characters you do really get that across.

anyways, i'll be off the proverbial soapbox now. keep up the good work, hope to see more from you soon!

-chris

chris | 2006-09-25 00:33:46

Loved the film Zach. Keep up the good work. Now I can't wait for the new season of Scrubs and I also need to get caught up on the syndicated reruns that are airing on like 9 channels. My Tivo wants to record them all but I have no room!

Seriously, thanks for good work. Jacinda was great too by they way. It took me a while to figure out that she was on the Real World but I knew I recognized her from somewhere.

A good pal of mine is friends with Jay Frank who was on the London cast with her. Hmm, small world huh? Six degrees of ZB.

Audio

Audio | 2006-09-25 03:26:39

Zach,
Went out and saw Last Kiss Sat night with my husband. What an awesome movie! You really have done well. I thoroughly enjoyed the story. My husband and I have one almost 3 year old boy and are expecting another in December, so it really was a great topic for us. I absolutely loved it and keep up the great work!

Sherry

Oh - its great how every single one of your characters was sympathetic. There really wasn't one that you could cast aside as two dimensional, but they were all developed well and you could really empathasize with every one of them at points. Great job.

Sherry Brewington | 2006-09-25 06:47:29

Just saw The Last Kiss las night and absolutely loved it. I was impressed with how realistic the movie was. I could see myself in the characters in the movie. I loved every bit of it and I haven't stopped thinking about it since I saw it. This is a movie I can relate to and I loved Zach Braff even more!

jennifer | 2006-09-25 07:10:01

i HAD to see "the first kiss" friday night the night it came out. i went at 1230 across town with my two best friends just to see it. we were not disapointed. we talked about it all weekend. everything was amazing. couldnt be better. your my hero. and im gonna see every one of your movies if u direct it, write it, star in it, or just have a cameo. i will see it THE DAY it comes out. FOREVER. thank you for being such an inspiration:-)
ps-i even spent my last 10 bucks the other night on the paste magazing because you were on the cover. i loved the artical.

chelsea | 2006-09-25 07:25:11

Hi there Zach!
When will The Last Kiss come to Sweden. I am waiting for the premiere but the movie aint listed to have a premiere in Sweden? Will it come here or will I have to buy it from USA?

Hope everything flows like it should and that we can look forward to a new intresting update soon.

Rock on!
- Jocke

Jocke | 2006-09-25 07:27:27

check out this nice interview with Zach!

http://jam.canoe.ca/Movies/Artists/B/Braff_Zach/2006/09/10/1821959.html

Anna C. | 2006-09-25 07:30:29

I loved, loved, loved the movie! you are a great actor. I thought everyone was amazing in it except jacinda barrett was very annoying and I found myself feeling happy when you cheated on her annoying ass!!!

melissa | 2006-09-25 08:05:11

also the soundtrack rocked!!

melissa | 2006-09-25 08:07:06

Zach~
I recently saw "the last kiss,%u201D it was great and definitely something I could relate too; my husband will be turning 30 next month. I have always admired your work and the music you promote.

Nina | 2006-09-25 08:34:47

I went opening weekend and I really enjoyed it. Also so realistic it borders on creepy, but that's just because it reminds me so much of my boyfriend and myself. Which I guess just shows that it was done really well.

Looking forward to seeing Scrubs again!

Kishanda Vyboh | 2006-09-25 08:53:44

Hola Zach
Si no me entiendes, me traduces en el google (español-Ingles) jeje, siento mucho que no vaya la pelicula lo bien que tu querias, pero no esta mal, a veces, las obras maestras no han tenido la importancia que se merecian, todos los que han visto tu pelicula estan encantados, yo creo, que teniais que haber puesto en el poster, la cara de Rachel Bilson, porque muchos conocen su nombre y los que no conocen su nombre, conocen su cara, ya que allí esta considerada una de las chicas mas sexys y eso engancha a muchos hombres y jovenes, que puede que no sepan que esta Rachel en esa pelicula. I Love Rachel -Zach, estos poster estan mejor, que el que teneis allí, sale Rachel y eso es bueno para dar mas publicidad
http://rachelb-france.com/galeries/albums/userpics/10172/affichetlkfrance.jpg
http://i9.tinypic.com/2lmma39.jpg

belsa | 2006-09-25 09:13:36

I just want to say how much Im looking forward to seeing the last kiss and I heard it debut in the top 5 U.S box office so just wanna say congratualtions!
Fantatsic that Snow Patrol are on the soundtarck, they are truly an amzaing band and being Irish just like the band Im quite proud of them. You should check out there new album if you havent already "chasing cars" is just really beautiful song and their track "open your eyes" is also excellent.
Dunno if they would be exactly your cup of tea but u should try listen to some stuff from this band called republic of loose. There also Irish but sound like a sort of Texan,R n B, Pharrell Willaims type band. Sounds bizare I know but works amazingly well just listen to their track "Comeback Girl" completly infectious!
Anyway good luck with thre new movie cant wait for its arrival, any idea on the european release dates???
cant wait for the new series of scrubs Im in anticapation all ready!keep up the good work.
Ro xx

Roisin | 2006-09-25 09:17:24

Hey Zach!

Just saw the movie few days ago, and i gotta say its the best movie i`ve seen this year. love the story and the way it shows real life.. I`m waiting for more of your movies.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BTW are you going to DIRECT another movie?? Are you writing another STORY?? Where can i get answers to these questions? Thanks A lot and good luck with the other movies your currently working on...
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Greg K | 2006-09-25 09:19:24

Restricted!!?! why is it rated R?? Singapore is going to take forever before the launching the show :'(

Arai | 2006-09-25 09:47:24

I saw the movie, Twice in fact. Opening weekend and this weekend too. Apparently I need more to do with my life ...or it was a great movie. Sometimes i feel like you're in my head. I know a million other people probably think as well. I guess thats good I am not as looney as i thought. Keep up the great work,. It means a lot

Abby | 2006-09-25 10:34:36

hey zach, you just some love here in israel, tel aviv! i figure it's pointless to write something here since you can't [or can you?!] possibly read all the thousand comments you get but anyway...i loved the challah tshirt, where did ya get it? excuse me for being fresh but i do hope those jessica simpson rumors were untrue. it's like putting together..an uh..mm...challah with shrimp! or..a challah with...pork! yes, pork! nah i'm kidding. i'm not even kosher, load those calamaris! you're really sweet, down to earth, talented and dang, those glasses look good on ya. ok do i have a real point to this comment? nope. no sirry. i have a cold ok? so i'm excused to make any sense at this point. xoxo. shana tova.

yael | 2006-09-25 11:09:49

yael | 2006-09-25 11:12:47

Hey Zach!

It took me almost a year to finally decide to write on this site! I wanted to sound smart and funny, but I'm afraid I'll only sound cheesy!! (Or quétaine, as we say on Québec!).
In fact, I wanted to write to you right after I finished Garden State. I thought it was such an honest and authentic movie, it touched me in a way few movies does. Same thing happened after The Last Kiss.
I don't know much about you, but I'm sure of one thing: you are a really authentic guy and it's rare to be able to feel that through a big screen.
Keep doing what you do and thank you for it!

Karine

p.s. I can't believe you wore bored in Montréal! Did you know we have one of the best underground musical scene in the world?!!

Karine St-Germain | 2006-09-25 12:32:28

Hi- I%u2019m a little behind on your messages to your fans, as I%u2019ve never been a %u201Cfan%u201D before, but it%u2019s wonderful to see you are so connected!
In taking a break from mundane museum work, I did a search on Garden State (favorite movie) and found this site. Ledger books drawn by Indian prisoners, and portraits of presidents made from insects are wonderful, but sometimes a reality check is in order- thanks for the humor and the stories; I look forward to %u201CThe Last Kiss%u201D, although it will be some time before it gets to rural Vermont! If it's half as good as Garden State, you have a lot to be proud of! Good luck!
Raney

Raney | 2006-09-25 12:49:28

Ok..if you want my honest opinion of the movie here it is. The acting was awesome and everything but oh my God I wanted to KICK YOUR ASS. Seriously. You jerk. Plus it hit a little close to home and your character acted exactly like my boyfriend (except for the fucking another girl thing) But I liked it. It made me feel like throwing up and screaming at the screen. Thats good right? Thats a good strong reaction. I liked Garden State better though.
-melissa

melissa m. | 2006-09-25 12:56:32

Where or where are you?

Courtney | 2006-09-25 12:57:54

i loooooooooove scrubs! haha its brilliant

lalala love chloe

chloe | 2006-09-25 13:09:46

Hi! I wish see the movie very soon. But I live in Argentina and this is not possible now I will spending this day, I hope that. From here I give a lot of luck!
Sorry my english but I´m still learning.
Bye! ¡Mucha suerte!
Rocio

Rocio | 2006-09-25 14:08:19

I HOPE THAT THE MOVIE COME SOON TO BRAZIL!
Good Luck!
Sheila

Sheila Budney | 2006-09-25 14:54:17

wow zach.
wow.
just got back from the movies... the whole ride home i was thinking that i had to tell you what an amazing film you made. such an honest film - everything about it - the arguments, the feelings, the truths... everything. it touched on a subject that is so raw and so real and... wow. i needed to watch this right now in my life. i needed to remember things and appreciate things and want things and all of that happened during the course of two hours in the dark with your characters. thank you for making such a strong, powerful, emotional film. i truly admire you so much. someday i will meet you and when i do i will hopefully not act like an idiot but instead thank you for making things that are worthwhile to see. and then maybe i will crack a joke. but probably not cause i will be a little starstruck even though i am trying to play it cool. but really even though i am nobody important i know talent. and you have no doubt found your talent and your calling. well done :)

jess | 2006-09-25 15:13:20

because i have been watching the trailor most of the summer i made sure to go and see your movie opening weekend to represent. my boyfriend is always a good sport in taking me to see my "chick flicks". luckily he is such a big fan of everything you do, as am i, that he was more than willing. i loved it and he really liked it too. i take everything pretty deep in movies that i spent a lot of the time sobbing. i was very moved by the F-bombs you were dropping in that one scene. it's a little bit of a shock to hear my JD from Scrubs use profanity, but it was very convincing. you're my main man.

Patsy Barton | 2006-09-25 17:05:26

i feel really nerdy commenting. but i thought i would let you knw that whenever i comment, or end an entry i post peaceandlove. i thought it was cool you end taht way too. and i do infact plan to go see your movie, so, dont worry.
peaceandlove.

jay howard | 2006-09-25 17:57:00

Hey Zach, who won the Threadless contest?!

Evelyn | 2006-09-25 18:30:26

Zach,
I saw it on opening night and thought it was amazing. I am a huge fan of Garden State, but I experienced more emotion while watching The Last Kiss. I guess I just connected more with the theme and the music. Wow, the soundtrack is also amazing. I purchased it off of itunes a week before seeing the film and practically sung along with each scene. I am a huge fan of Joshua Radin and am trying to get to his concert in Portland on Oct. 6th. Great job with The Last Kiss, I loved it. I can't wait to see what's next. Any new films you're working on?
Andilee

Andilee | 2006-09-25 18:43:31

Zach -

I'm a huge fan. As a huge fan though, I've got to say I didn't really like the movie. I liked all the individual performances but didn't really think it ever added up to the sum of its parts.

With Garden State, I left with a clear, inspiring message: Even as one small individual in this world, I have the ability to do something no one else has done before. I can make history.

With The Last Kiss, I searched for a larger meaning, but all I could find was "You too can cheat on your pregnant girlfriend with a coed 10 years your younger and still be taken back as long as you sit outside your former home for 4 days in the rain and are provided sustenance from your next door neighbor.

I saw you filming this movie on the U of Wisconsin campus. I tried very hard to meet you but I was kicked off set for yelling out your name at the student union. Don't worry, I'm not a stalker, although you did take a picture with my girlfriend (she got picked as an extra) at the time and though I am not a big fan of Hollywood actors, I was and still am very jealous she got to meet you cause you seem like the funniest guy in the world.

Anyway, from the looks of the scenes you were shooting, I thought this was a comedy. I was apparently very wrong. I like that you take creative risks but here's hoping your next movie will be either as funny as your work on Scrubs, as thought provoking as your work in Garden State, or hopefully a mix of both.

Still a big fan | 2006-09-25 21:57:12

Zach, props on the movie! I know you mentioned in your post that it's not a subject matter that everyone wants to see, but it's so necessary! It's a lot easier to learn from others mistakes, even if it's a fictional character. What was crazy for me is that I took my pregnant wife to see the movie. For everyone who has seen the movie you understand how tough it was for me! My wife was crying the whole time. Luckily for me she wasn't mad at ME specifically, she was more mad at Zach's character. In the end, my wife was thankful she has a great husband! That's why I married her! It's a must see & the soundtrack is a must have! GREAT JOB ALL AROUND. I'm looking forward to your next flick!

Jeff G

jeff g | 2006-09-26 09:02:31

jeff g | 2006-09-26 09:03:00

Hi Zach. I just saw Last Kiss last night. I know I was a little late so I do apologize. However, I just wanted to tell you that I loved it. It seriously moved me. I left the theatre feeling amazing. It's been a while since a movie has done that to me. It's the best feeling ya know? Of course you do. So, good work darling. You make me smile. Keep it up.

Anne | 2006-09-26 09:14:06

I have you tell you The Last Kiss is by far my favorite movie. The honesty and truth behind it made me shiver. The acting was brilliant, and the story line was amazing. I saw it with my boyfriend who really was not excited to go, but he actually enjoyed it. I've told all the ladies in my life they have to go see it!
Zach keep up the great acting!
love, Krys
from Canada

Krystyne | 2006-09-26 15:29:22

I know it is a bit silly to leave a comment now but I really loved the movie. It was very well done and one of the most "real life" movies I have seen in quite a while.

Could a done without the fat girl jokes but what are you going do?

Ashley | 2006-09-26 15:54:45

Hey Zach,
I saw The Last Kiss the night it came out and I have to admit that upon leaving the theater, I was unsure about how I felt about it. After thinking about it, I have decided that I really do like it, a lot. The reason I had my doubts is because it was so much like real life and didn't have the fake love. I got to thinking that this is exactly why the movie is so good. It doesn't romanticize the idea of love and marriage. It shows that life and love is hard and it hurts. You did an absolutely terrific job, as usual.

On a completely different note, when is Scrubs coming back? I am so anxious for the new season to start. I have been watching my Scrubs DVDs so much to the point where I can probably quote every line from every episode. I am completely overjoyed about the Scrubs Musical. That is going to be completely amazing and hilarious!

I'm looking forward to seeing the other stuff you're participating in. I'm so glad that you are an actor that is willing to try new things and participate in movies that may not be appreciated by the public.

Keep up the awesome-ness!
Nirali

Nirali | 2006-09-27 17:28:25

So... how bout this ZachBraff.com mini film festival?
I am so in.

Pat Watral | 2006-09-29 12:47:29

Zach you rule!!!!
by an italian fan

Riccardo | 2006-10-03 12:54:12

I didn't hate the movie, but I can't like it as much as I want to. It's one thing for a movie to not answer any questions, but its quite another to not even ask any. I found the characters too 2-dimensional and none of them grew or changed or learned anything in the story. For example, the Kim character. Other than her being cute and infatuated with Michael, and playing the flute, I learned nothing about her. Who was she? Why was she attracted to Michael? Why not someone from her college?

As far as playing the role of Michael goes, I think you pulled off the 3-something depressed bit pretty well. But for me the story was a little too thin.

The sleeping outside the house idea was cute, but the real story would have ended with a confrontation with the police and a restraining order!

When is Scrubs: The Movie coming?

Bill | 2006-10-09 16:26:27

Zach,

I've been watching your behind the scenes stuff for the last kiss on Itunes and I have to tell you, those clips cheer me up whenever i'm in a bad mood, regardless of how many times i've seen some of them. You are just so real and funny and I wanted to say thank you for making me smile. Best of Luck in everything you do.

-Tara

Tara | 2006-10-10 09:19:47

Not long now!! Woo hoo!

nicola lawton | 2006-10-13 03:34:26

By 'not long now woo hoo!' I meant, The Last Kiss is due out in England next Friday, and I have the day off!
I will be at the cinema for 11.30am and I don't give a crap how sad you think I am!

Woo hoo!

nicola lawton | 2006-10-13 03:42:14

Are you aware that

a) there is a Facebook group named "I wish Zach Braff could be my husband."?

and

b) The episode you are in entitled "Dawn Saves the Trees" is on YouTube?

because...

a) I'd be freakin' proud.

and

b) I'd be freakin' embarassed.

Katherine | 2006-10-21 16:01:17

I went to see The Last Kiss, and I fell in love with it as soon as Snow Patrol came on... but the film is so great!!!

Wonder if you could help? After the film finished there was a song playing during the credits, I really would like to buy who ever it is by, But I cant seem to find it... Any help??

Amy xxxxx

Amy | 2006-10-23 12:12:48

Hey Zach! Wow! I seen the movie this weekend it was amazing, I loved every bit of it. I cant wait to get the DVD! You were brilliant in it! The soundtrack was awesome, and I loved that Joshua Radin track rigth at the end. Great choice.. Well done!
Se ya!
XxX

Lois | 2006-10-28 06:55:11

I'm an Italian student that watched the "Last Kiss" Italian version by Gabriele Muccino. I think that this story is about love & sex that striked men and made them to lose their reason. I hope you will succed in realizing a beautiful movie because here in Italy Muccino failed, not only because of his direction but also for the missing of ability of Italian actors and of all the Italian cinema-system.
Good luck! or as we use to say in Italy, In bocca al lupo!
ps: scrubs is the best I've ever watched

Andrea Bricchi | 2006-11-01 12:02:16

hey zack you so sweet and but i still love you ok love marina

marina | 2006-11-04 23:05:34

I LOVE SCRUBS J.D IS SO COOL

BUT THE BAD NEWS IS I CANT SEE THE LAST KISS IM TO YOUNG

I DONT MISS AN EPISODE IM HOKED

KEEP THIS SITE COOL AND KEEP SCRUBS ROLLING ON
ONE OF YOUR BIGGEST FANS

FRAN

GOOD LUCK WITH THE LAST KISS
CANT WAIT UNTIL IN THE SHOPS

P.S I SAW U ON JONATHON ROSS A LITTLE WHILE AGO I LIKE HIM

FRAN | 2006-11-05 10:45:47

P.S

ZACH I ALSO LOVED CHICHEN LITTLE

FRAN | 2006-11-05 10:47:10

Umuk khaneeth

Mohammed | 2006-11-16 09:03:31

braff!!
goooooooood luck and you are great

peace and love

n.

nathalie | 2006-11-18 13:26:33

hi!
i"ve just seen "the last kiss" this weekend and all i can say is that this is the most beautiful and the most real film of all! it is not for everyone, because many people can't understand feelings and behaviour characters. i think you should be old enough, i mean mentally, to know what this film is about and to experience it"s meaning. for some it"s very hard film, becuse it's very real and it contains meny feelings about witch you'd rather not to remember... this my favourite film!!
greatings from Poland!!

martyna | 2006-11-22 03:19:00

Hi Zach, i love your spastic character on Scrubs and also saw Garden State about 2 weeks ago and enjoyed it. I am a new fan. Scrubs comes on for an hour after work so i try to catch those. Am looking forward to viewing Last Kiss. Did you snag any sharks? haha. I notice you kiss alot of beautiful women in Scrubs... is that your idea or Bill Lawrence's? joking... but i'm sure you have no complaints. bye

rozy | 2006-11-22 12:52:29

My boyfriend and I are going insane trying to find "The Last Kiss" in the south of France (where we are living). We NEED to see this movie!! Help!

Nicole | 2006-11-28 23:08:09

I saw it kinda by accident because there was no ad capmaign or something and I just didn't know that it will be here in Latvia so soon.

Anyway - I dragged my girlfriend to it and only 20 minutes after the and while we ehre walking down the street, I had enough courage to tell her: "Well you just saw it. All of it. As far it goes about our relationship"

Really - sometimes it was already freaky that the movie is about me. About my friends, girlfriend etc. Maybe not now and here, but maybe how I think it will be in near and not so near future. Really amazing movie.

Elvis | 2006-11-30 04:41:05

Wow. You are awesome, and the most brilliant actor I've ever seen, and will probably ever see. I'm really glad you're so into movie making, and I hope you keep doing it. Please make another one soon! I can't wait to be more enlightened by your performance! (as if it's even possible after Garden State and the Last Kiss.)
The Last Kiss was simply magnificent! Way too refreshing and genius to be sitting next to the other movies in the theaters.

Lauryn | 2006-12-01 21:21:56

I'm gonna see it this weekend.

Alan De Lay | 2006-12-07 23:02:07

My name is Nick Sarando. I am currently working with Paramount Home Video on their DVD release of The Last Kiss.

Press Materials for THE LAST KISS: http://www.clients.totalassault.com/paramounthome/thelastkiss/The%20Last%20Kiss%20press%20materials.htm

Please feel free to use any of the press materials found within the above link, on any of your sites, myspace pages or just for personal use. The DVD has wonderful interviews and commentary with the producer, director, and most of the main cast! See the press materials for further information. Please send me a link to any of your posts if/when you have the time.

I hope you get through these holidays happy and successful in all your endeavors!

Sincerely,

Nick Sarando

Total Assault LLC
3272 Motor Ave Suite I
Los Angeles , CA 90034
Nick@totalassault.com
AIM: InTrousers

Nick Sarando | 2006-12-12 16:07:29

Olá grande Zach,

Admiro seu trabalho, quanto talento...
Amo o seu filme HORA DE VOLTAR ( GARDEN STATE) é maravilhoso é inefável...

Parabéns e continue com o Sucesso!
Fica na Paz !
xxxxxxxx

Ana Sá | 2006-12-19 09:41:32

I loved the last kiss. It is so genuine! It wasn't a "typical" romance/drama yet it still left me feeling happy. I will have to say that my favorite moments would have to be when rachel bilson's charcter leaves you in the car and just says "okay then" and leaves like a complete 19 year old. it was perfection. and i must say your acting on the porch was also very believeable. my boyfriend almost cried because he related to your character so much. Stuff happens and people make mistakes. but everyone moves on. and i think that message is an important one to deliver to our generation. thank you.

Alanah | 2006-12-26 21:42:38

Great film. I'm probably the last of the Zach Braff fan's to see this film. When you sat on the front porch for what seemed like 3 or 4 days was the best. You seriously looked tired toward the end! Best of Luck in 2007! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

John | 2006-12-29 06:24:33

If you haven't heard of Brandi Carlile yet, come on over to Again Today dot com and check out her tunes. She and her band caught the attention of Zach when she toured with Ray LaMontagne a year or so ago.

The band's sophomore album is due out in April 2007. Come on over to Again Today and find out what you're missing!

www.againtoday.com

HollyinPA | 2006-12-31 16:03:28

Sooo ... I just saw The Last Kiss and I loved it!! *cheers* you all did a super job and it really is, like you said, honest. I liked that it did not have the typical "Happily Ever After Reunion" Moment. You were delicious, just so you know and even though I wanted more Kim/Rachel action, I was happy with what I got (*whispers* you make an awesome couple ;) )

Anyhow ... I'll make sure to rewatch the movie once it hits german cinema (Yep, I'm german) and later buy the DVD.

Much love from oversea,

distel

distel | 2007-01-02 07:40:42

Hi Zach!

I´m ansious to see your movie here in Brasil!
It´s going to get here?? (I reaaaally hope so!)
I saw the making off on Sony Tv and I can´t wait to check! I think it´s going to move me too, because I´m in a time off my life where I need to make so many choices... And I guess you film is going to help me!

Lov you! :)

muitos beijos,
Aline.

p.s: sorry about the english

Aline - Brasil | 2007-01-05 11:16:40

zach braff-
All I can say about this movie is that its not what I expected. It was definately a lot sadder than I thought I would be. All the acting was amazing, but the plot just depressed me. I saw this with my boyfriend so frankly it wasnt the best date movie. If I had just broken up with someone it might have been a good depressing movie to watch. I am sorry but its no way near your other movies. Love you in Garden State and Scrubs. Best of luck for your future films.
-Charlotte

Charlotte | 2007-01-06 11:14:29

Dear MR. Zachbraff,
I rented your movie this weekend. I don't go to the theaters much since I bought a 56 inch tv. I can't tell you how good you were in this movie, as well as the other characters. I loved it. I laughed, I cried, I remember going through all the emotions that each character played. It was very well done and quite a testament to the ages of development around the years of 29-30 and Blythe Danner and Tom Wilkinson's portrayal of their age. I am 46 now. I understood and have lived through the same experience Kim did. Incredible. I will buy this movie. You are an excellent actor and this movie was a movie that I will think and talk about for years to come. I also have a 17 and a 19 year old. Maybe I can help them in future with the decisions that they may encounter at that age with wisdom. Thank you. Kim

Kimberly Pike | 2007-01-07 12:37:09

Hi,
I know everybody says that but I'm a huge fan of yours and SCRUBS is one of the greatest TV-shows I've ever seen. It's not just funny and hilarious, there are also a lot of very deep, touching and emotional episodes. I'm a guy (17 years old) and even if it sounds very embarassing and "girl-like", I cried when I watched some episodes. (episode 20, season 5 as an example)
I couldn't imagine that I could see you in a different role than J.D. but yesterday I've seen THE LAST KISS and I gotta tell you that you're skills as an actor are just great!
It's a fantastic movie and I think it that people who'll see it, will think totally different about you. You rank among the best actors in your age. THE LAST KISS is definitely one of the best movies I've seen lately and you should be very proud of being a part of it. 'Cause without you, it wouldn't be as touching as it is. Way to go, Zach!!
(Sorry about my english I'm living in germany and I've never had the chance to learn it as much as I wanted to)

Alex | 2007-01-08 13:37:35

Zach,

So you're probably sick to death of people saying things like "You'll never read this..." and all that shit. So I promise I won't do that. What I will say is that I just watched "The Last Kiss" and it's fucking amazing. I'm sorry it didn't do bigger numbers at the box office - but fuck it! No one will remember some guy pissing on snow or whatever the hell they do in Jackarss. People will however remember this incredible story that you brought to life. I promise that anyone who watched this movie was moved the same way I was.

You made me talk to the screen damnit "Don't leave the porch..." I sounded like a friggen maniac. Okay so it didn't help that I was trying not to cry. Which I should have just done now because now I'm walking around the house like a fuckhead all emotional. Anyways just a note to say thanks for doing something real. It was a beautiful move.

Take cares
Kellers

Kellers | 2007-01-09 02:09:24

Hey Zach I can't wait to buy the Last Kiss on DVD! I loved your movie The Garden State it was so awesome I can relate to it to a Tee. I liked the metaphorical use of the infinite abyss. I think its like discovering life's endless possibilites. I'm 22 years old in college trying to figure myself out. I dunno if I want to be an actress or psychologist. But for a long time ever since I was a kid I wanted to be an actress. I love your show scrubs I remember when I was in the hospital for two weeks back in 2002, I watched it and it helped me get through those two rough weeks. Thank you for being you! I've been a fan of scrubs ever since then. Can't wait for the musical!

Amina Harris | 2007-01-14 19:02:07

Hey Zach I can't wait to buy the Last Kiss on DVD! I loved your movie The Garden State it was so awesome I can relate to it to a Tee. I liked the metophorical use of the infinie abyss. I think its like discovering life's endless possibilites. I'm 22 years old in college trying to figure myself out. I dunno if I want to be an actress or psychologist. But for a long time ever since I was a kid I wanted to be an actress. I love your show scrubs I remember when I was in the hospital for two weeks, I watched it and it helped me get through those two rough weeks. Thank you for being you!

Amina Harris | 2007-01-14 19:02:38

Just bought The Last Kiss DVD. Great movie...what is the title of the song playing in the DVD menu?

Kamiar

Kamiar | 2007-01-17 18:43:57

I just saw you on carson. i hardly EVER watch carson because conan is my true love and i feel like im cheating when i watch anyone else. haha. but i saw you were on, so i decided to tune in. this blog thing is so candid. i had no idea people did these. they crack me up. just another website i am sure will be on my list of things to stalk when bored...

i LOVE scrubs! LOVE IT. i will be sad if you guys dont come back. i DIE laughing everytime I watch it. You guys are dynamic. i feel like i narrate my life the exact same way! haha. but if you guys dont end up coming back, i will buy all your dvd's. last winter my boyfriend and i spent a week during Jan term watching the entire first season.

so, about last kiss. i went to see it, cuz i totally adore you and loved garden state. i had NO IDEA what the premise was. and i about died when i realized it was about EXACTLY what i was going through. only my zach braff did worse than the crap you pulled in that movie. mine actually left me after five years. i was really early in my pregnancy when i saw the movie. but it really hit home.

so thanks! hopefully we will see you again next season for scrubs. if not, you have a loyal fan for life!

Keep up the good humor,
Lauren

the url is a website im making for my daughter who is due to be born in early Feb. just in case you like to stalk peoples online pictures as much as the next guy... it can be so addicting... haha.

Lauren | 2007-01-19 23:11:14

Zach,

I just wanted to say that I rented The Last Kiss recently and I REALLY enjoyed it- I love movies that make you think/reflect a little on life and love and the rest. Also, I love Scrubs (just everything about it) and hope that it, and you, stick around for another season. But, tell them to put the seasons out on DVD sooner; we don't have cable so we're forced to go out and buy the seasons in order to see all of the episodes.

Jody | 2007-01-20 12:49:22

Hey Zach-

I know I'm kind of late on this whole Blog thing but I saw you on Carson Daly last night and I was so excited to know you had this website.

I can't tell you how much I love 'The Last Kiss' I went one random Saturday morning with my friends in our pajamas, looking like complete ragamuffins and not caring one bit. We thought we were in for a good laugh. Little did we know we would all walk out of the theater in a daze with tears streaking down our faces, including Steve. It was such a REAL move, it's eerie. Belated kudos. And the soundtrack is awesome!

Amanda | 2007-01-20 18:35:02

I loved The Last Kiss! Great Job

christy | 2007-01-22 12:19:25

I just rented "The Last Kiss" when it came out on dvd and I loved it. It was such a good movie about relationships and trust and love and the soundtrack was great! My twin sister and I both are huge fans of yours and we think Scrubs is hilarious. I hope you keep going with another season because we are looking forward to it so much! Also we are looking out for any new movies you will be in!

good luck with everything else you do!

ps- i have a huge crush on you, and i hope you actually are reading these comments. :)

Amy | 2007-01-22 19:45:33

Dear Zach,

I watched "The Last Kiss" the other night and felt compelled to tell you and your other cast members that it was exceptionally good. It was relatable to my/our generation generation. It hit the guts of all young people who encounter one of the few critical points in their lives. It's the difference between being 29 and 30. As you creep towards 30, you realize the magnitude of your choices because the stakes are so much higher. Everything comes with a price.
Thanks for letting me rant. You may never read this, but I'm glad that I had a chance to simply state my thoughts. I can only name a hand full of movies that I've watched in all my 28 years that I've actuallly been in a "funk" afterwards... that must mean that they left an impression on me.

A | 2007-01-26 11:32:21

loved the movie, but we had it edited for content first...apparently they took out a sex scene...and 49 F words?!!? Why so many??

ps - we watch scrubs every week...hillaaaaaaaarious!

james | 2007-01-27 20:58:49

O.k---somehow I think that you are still "down to earth" enough to read the comments on these pages...I hope I'm right cuz otherwise I've just wasted thirty seconds of my da...oh, who am I fooling, I didn't have anything better to do :) anyway, i think you are very interesting...i've only ever payed any attention to one other 'celebrity' and that's jason mraz...he's a trip. loved every movie you've done lately and i think that's because you've either directed them or had A LOT to do with their production...big fan. You are disarmingly attractive in an unexpected way and I dig that. How very pretentious of me to assume you care what some random girl thinks about your appearance! anyway, kudos on being a truly original person. when i think about you..the word bohemian comes to mind.

Brandi | 2007-01-27 21:08:57

Hi

I've been trying without success to find the screenplay for your film. Being an amateur screen writer and student of the human condition, I'd love to read it. If you could point me in the right direction that would be great.

Thank you,

Aliza

Aliza Zibkoff | 2007-02-04 05:55:04

dear zach ;

i´m a spanish The Last Kiss fan but i have to tell you that i saw it in my computer beacuse i have no idea when i can see it in the spanish cinemas.
take care.
jon

john | 2007-02-05 23:37:27

Hi! Zach,

I hope it's not too late to post a comment on "The Last Kiss". I just have a chance to watch this movie on the flight from HK to Melbourne. And was a bit shocked with the character you played in the movie is so much alike to a guy I used to go out. Not so much about the relationship plot but more on how you portray this character in terms of the personality, the dialogue you carried in the movie and the profession are so identical to the person I know. It really kind of shocked me as I never thought a character in a movie will be so much like someone in reality. We have a saying here "Drama is life!" Now I hear. Hopefully Scrubs can be shown in Hong Kong soon.

Dilys | 2007-02-10 06:22:51

Hi Zach,
I just finished watching Last Kiss and you were amazing in it. It is my kind of show and it was very well done. It made me laugh and cry at times, but overall it was very very touching. I would love you in any movie you make because you are incredibly talented - you deserve a bunch of Academy awards. I wish you could promote an upcoming movie in Toronto and I could meet you(fat chance). Anyway I look forward to watching Fast Track and others. I continue to watch Scrubs - it's the best show on TV as far as I'm concerned!!!!!!
Anna Banana

Anna Banana | 2007-02-11 20:19:01

Hey, just saw Last Kiss and i can't stop thinking and, scarily, even dreaming about it! Makes me feel that i'm not alone in completely FREAKING out about turning 30, but i have to admit, i feel a little worse now for being almost 30 and STILL single.
Anyway, love your work, HUGE fan of Garden State, and now The Shins (thank you for that!), and Scrubs is good tv!

happy valentine's day blah blah blah...
(why does this message sound so bitter? i'm actually a very happy person *lol*)
xn

Natasha | 2007-02-14 10:51:08

Sadly I have yet to see it, especially considering much of it was filmed in Madison (and the fact that your post is from sept .. eh whatever). I hope to see it soon, partly because I would like to pick out places I recognize (and possibly where I work. haha), but also because well I just want to.
I'm also amused b/c I found this sight while perusing JLC's site. At any rate, that was my random follow the connections thought for the day.

Amyre | 2007-02-14 12:51:00

Hey zach, just wondering if you got msn or nexopia or any of those things, get back to me on that

sab | 2007-02-15 21:58:15

I saw this movie the other day. And Zach, you were great...If you want you can gimme an e mail at mikecathymcc@msn.com I'd really like to talk to you more...I'm a huge fan

Dan McCullough | 2007-02-17 15:53:01

Hi,

I've seen The last kiss in france and it was really good. It was a long time i haven't watch a moovie like this. I really enjoy it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you

celine from france | 2007-02-19 07:11:36

Zachmaister, you're the man!

I'm totally addicted to Scrubs, i've been following it for 5 years now and i end up having discussions in my head sometimes (i really need to get a pair of chest hands, that way i could surf your website and practice on my drums at the same time). If this really is the last season it's gonna be trouble...i'm going to suffer from withdrawls!

Plus Garden State is amazing, hardly anybody knows about it over here but i am trying to advertise it to friends and foes as much as possible...

I've watched L'ultimo bacio like 2 times, and both times it was real life crushing! when i got my hands on The last kiss i thought to myself "well, years have passed by, i am more mature and ready for certain things"....but damn, i was wrong, it still hit me as hard as the other had some years ago....your part was perfect and that part in the tree house was amazing, better then the original one. Yoi're more of a real person kind of guy respect to Stefano Accorsi's playboish style. You personality comes through best in your movies and on Scrubs when you have a face to face conversation...on these one on one dialogues, i can see your true self come out.

That's the best thing about you, you're so accessible to such a huge crowd of teens and late teens like myself.

Keep doing what you're doing, you're such an inspiration!
Thanks, much love from Rome
certainly your biggest italian fan

Manny | 2007-02-19 08:20:12

hej you (:
i think it's great that you write here..
and the last kiss is amazing.. and i really mean it..
that film makes me cry..i just couldnt stop when the coldplay started to play :D hah..
well..i wish i could write more..but i'm bad in english..i'm from slovenia :P
take care

Elizabeth | 2007-02-19 12:01:59

I already sent you a message on myspace... But I have to say.. I think I am in love with you. !!

If I could only meet a guy like you that would be so amazing...

-Laura

Laura | 2007-02-19 15:28:12

Hey man!
i just rewatched The Last Kiss for the second time....amazing...
i was wondering about one thing though:

on the italian version the ending is much more harsh...she ends up accepting him back, but there is that last 10 second shot where she is jogging in the park, and another guy runs along with her and she just looks at him, looks back towards the camera and simply smiles.... kind of as to say "you did it to me so now i get a free pass to do it to you" or like "i can be dangerous too" which is actually pretty scary. I came out of that movie pretty shocked, especially since that last scene left me a little doubtful when it comes down to forgiving things such as betrayal.
The american versione instead ends in a lighter way, leaving some hope for the future and being able to accept, forgive and forget.
Since i read that you wrote that last porch sequence, why did you leave out that last italian scene? did you think it was too heavy or inappropriate for the american audience?

It would really mean a lot to me if you answered back. I promise i won't tell anyone if you do!
I wrote various times on your myspace but you receive so many comments that obviously it is hard for you to keep up with all of them (i could be your myspace manager over seas) :)

Anyways, i think you are an amazing actor and like i said above, there is noone in Hollywood right now able to portray the general feeling and fears of people in their twienties and early thirties as you are able to.

Thansk for the countless inspirations,
good luck with everything,
much love from Rome

"Oh what good is it to live
with nothing left to give,
forget but not forgive,
not loving all you see"
- Chris Martin

Manny | 2007-02-19 18:28:07

Hi Zach, My names Abbi and i live in Bournemouth, England. I thought The last Kiss was amazing film It really made sence to me like that if your in a relationship thne that person aint going to be the last person that's going to show you that they like you but they will be the last person you kiss. I think you played a brilliant part of the film and you were basically perfect for the part it really brought you away from the Scrubs Character that we all know and love. As i only bought the DVD because i was expecting a laugh from you I been show how you can be a seriouse actor aswell.

Abbi x

Abbi Browning | 2007-02-26 14:53:15

Hey,
My names David Lynch, and I live in Cork in Ireland. To be honest I wouldn't expect you to write back yourself. Your busy, occupied with one of my favourite series ever.I live in cork and I am into Acting and I play giutar , piano, drums and I sing. The reason why I mention this is because the reason why I found your series so good is really because of your morales. Your ending in such eposides as "My screw up" or "My brother, where Art thou." I quess in some way it allways make me reflect on my life. Hey I'm only 16 so I quess I have a long way to go but things like Garden State and scrubs gives me the will power to Act and write my own music too. Ha, Listening to Joshua Radin...Amazing. But if you get the chance I will give you something or try a bit of Damien Rice or Declan O'Rourke. There pretty good. Anyway, forgot to say that you soundtrack rocks and finally, if you get a chance to read this, well...thanks. Look me up if you need a guest actor.Hollywood, here we come. Oh and how did you get where you are???

David | 2007-03-03 13:59:54

yea i saw the last kiss and i thoought that it was good but the ending was cut a bit short, it was the ending that i was dissapointed about because it waould of been nice to saw the couple like get back together or get married or have a child or 2 but i did find that the rest was good. (Not what i expected but still good)

Sarah c | 2007-03-06 09:21:02

Hey Zach

I know it's a bit late but The last kiss only just opened here in South Africa. I enjoyed the film immensley.I thought it was very very real and extremely heart wrenching. I haven't reached that stage in my life that where your character was but i related to ALOT of the themes.Also got to see the ex last night,it was hilarious laughed my ass off. You choose really great scripts, you're my hero.I'm looking really forward to open hearts...

Later
Devin Cross

Devin Cross | 2007-03-06 22:27:27

hey Zach!!!

I've seen The Last Kiss for about 10 times now and I must tell you it is a wonderful movie (well, I knew that the first time i saw it, but i had to see it again!!!!!:) ) and I LLOOOOOOOVVVVEEE the sountrack!!!!

I live in Montreal, Canada, and I saw this movie with friends from Chateauguay, just southshore of Montreal.... they were telling me that some scenes were shot in Chateauguay.... is that right??? could you tell me which ones?? I actually saw the bridge today, and we looked around the area to find the houses (of Jenna and Michael, and of Jenna's parents).... was that shot there or in Wisconsin??

thanks a lot!!!!!

by the way, i looooove Scrubs!!! you rock!!!! :)

Claudine | 2007-03-25 13:16:09

Hello Zach,

I saw your movie 'The Last Kiss' last night and thought it was a great movie. It said a lot about how men and women see relationships differently. I particularly enjoyed Blithe Danner's performance, she's such a great actress, and has a natural ability to make the audience sympathise with her.

I think your appeal to the audience is similar, your character lies and cheats on his pregnant girlfriend, yet somehow we still like him and want things to workout for them both at the end.

I also hope we see more of Cassie Affleck after this movie too, I really liked him in this.

Good luck with your future projects,

Anita x x x

anita | 2007-04-03 05:19:55

Hey Zach. i know it's been awhile since your movie,The Last Kiss, came out, but i just wanted to say that you did an amazing job, and it's one of my favorite movies. My boyfriend bought it for me for Valentine's Day, and we always watch garden state and scrubs together. Keep up the good work! thanks for all the good performances and laughs.
Love,
Sarah

sarah | 2007-04-10 15:23:00

Hey Zach,
As soon as the movie opened I couldnt wait to go see it and it was not a disappointment. I loved it!
It touched me so much I think it's a movie we're you can relate and sympathise with every character, which is extremely difficu;t. For me the movie was very real. I understood it completely.

Ashlyn Dwyer | 2007-04-26 05:41:30

sorry for the not good linguage but i'm an italian fun of scrubs.so i think zach is the most actor i hope he'll be more more more important than bradd pitt ,or something lke this i've seen all episodies of scrubs and that was an increrdible program like zach............................i wish hi reed this message

italian cox | 2007-05-21 22:49:59

Hi

I'm a little bit disappointed because I hoped, that your love in this movie will be stronger to Rachel.
I'm sorry for my bad English, but I would do everything to meet Rachel Bilson. She is unique..

Best regards,
Lars Fassmer

Lars | 2007-05-30 07:12:51

Great Movie, just ordered the DVD, will get a special place in my collection!
U are awesome mate!
(i specialy liked the soundtrack -great work)
Pablo (berlin-Germany)

Pablo | 2007-06-03 12:28:47

Hey...I know this is a very late post...but I just bought the DVD...and its amazing..something I can really relate too....just wanted to compliment you on your work on Scrubs....best show ever...and Garden State...can wait for open hearts

CHarles | 2007-06-25 16:49:08

The last kiss is my absolut favorit movie! Awsome!

Emily | 2007-07-08 07:27:37

i really liked last kiss even though it made me scared out of my mind to grow up and marry someone. Oh, and i also liked the music video that our directed that was in the special features.

liv | 2007-07-16 22:23:01

i don't do this sort of thing but having just watched 'garden state' on filmfour in london on a sunday night i just had to say how very impressed i was with your film. wonderful story, beautifully shot and edited and the soundtrack was brilliant. i known this is 3 years late but i thought what the hell, give credit where it is due!

salina | 2007-07-29 14:56:54

A bit delayed, but I thought I'd add my take on the film. I was glad to see a relationships that were not idealized and took on the issue of communication. I liked that this theme could be seen through your character's premarital relationship, Casey Affleck's fresh marriage, and Blythe Danner's aging marriage, rather than being an individualized issue. And while I did not find all of Eric Olsen's sex scenes necessary, the ariel shot on the rug was pretty incredible. I was not familiar with Jacinda Barrett going into the film, but was more than impressed with her emotional performance. You both played well off one another with a rare sort of honesty, I think that is what made the film for me. All in all I was thoroughly impressed, one of the better movies I've seen in a long time.

I have not seen Garden State yet, but rented it today with high hopes. Best of luck in life.

Lauren Bidez | 2007-08-10 17:46:02

Hi Zach... I saw this movie on dvd today.
I have to say, it's one of the best movies ever.
Greetings from Germany

Milot | 2007-08-11 17:14:25

I saw "The Last Kiss" yesterday on demand, sorry I didn't get to see it sooner. What a great story. I love how her dad drives by while you are getting rained on with a wet blanket around you. It truly does speak to the effort one must make in relationships.
Well I am a huge fan, I enjoy watchin everything you are in, and it doesn't hurt that you are handsome, have a great sense of humor and comedic timing.
All the best,
Jena

Jena Beers | 2007-08-13 08:22:00

the last kiss was a amazing movie!
Your a realy good actor!

Norwegian Girl | 2007-08-21 12:45:04

one of my top 10 movies..

Catherine | 2007-08-27 18:55:25

Wow. completly sold on your performance, amazing work man. seriously keep it up one of the best performances i have seen in a while.

Fan#3256267657463 | 2007-08-29 04:50:44

I just saw "The Last Kiss" and it was great! I was watching it with my friend and we couldn't believe we missed it in theaters!

Good luck with Scrubs...keep on trucking

Payton

Payton | 2007-08-29 10:25:26

WOW! I know it was kind of late, but I saw Last Kiss a couple days ago. That was an awesome movie. Everyone was so amazing, everyone just clicked together with their roles and everything it was awesome. It was a great movie and one that I will watch over and over again!

XOXO
Danyelle

Danyelle | 2007-09-01 23:29:31

I love everything that you do Scubs is my favorite, I work in the medical feild so I can relate and besides you hott!!!! So i watch everything so that I can just stare at you and drool.
P.S. You have a nice butt!!!!

Ka Sondra | 2007-09-05 13:00:58

Hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ZB
you are amazing, handsome,romantic and cute
we realy love you
Drsmaa mohawed
Egypt
good luck
with my love and best wishes

asmaa | 2007-09-11 13:37:58

i really luv u in scrubs. the thing is every frigin
thursday when i go to watch the new episodes
they put something unimportant on [like the president] lol.
so i thought id say between school,an small time
drama your the best. i've always wanted to see
NY. maybe someday hu?
love ya

jenny | 2007-09-22 19:37:36

The Last Kiss was a very beautiful and moving film possibly the best film i have ever seen thank you zach, more like this and the garden state again thank you

david | 2007-09-28 17:21:46

Hi Zach!
I'm an Italian 15-years-old, and I saw "The Last Kiss" last night. It was so beautiful! I think it is better than the Original Version, "L'Ultimo Bacio", in Italian.
I hope I'll go to the cinema soon to watch it with my boyfriend.
Love
xOx
Alice

Alice | 2007-10-09 09:38:57

ok i know this is kinda late but apart from a great story I think the soundtrack for the last kiss was/is the best soundtrack i've ever heard.

Megan | 2007-10-24 15:30:48

It just made me sad.

Alysia | 2007-11-13 23:09:42

hi zAck, ive always watch your movie "the last kiss". i like the story because it inspires me alot. im from the philippines and i check out what are your other movies. i hope that you could do alot of movies. im one of your big fan. hope you can see me a picture with your signiture. take care always and god bless you! hope more more more movies or projects to come! i love you!

Marifa | 2007-11-28 19:39:07

Last kiss was amazing... verrry well made and so genuinely acted ... but more than that, garden state is what completely swept me off my feet... i cant belive someone can make such a simple theme into something sooooo indepth... FANTASTIC acting...

Love always and waiting to see a lot more creative stuff by you..

Sneha :)

sneha raisoni | 2007-12-01 01:06:01

I've wanted to see this film since I saw the trailer a year ago. But due to my very busy work schedule, I finally got to see it last night on DVD. I liked that it is a thought-provocative film, with an honest script, and realistic perspective on relationships. A rarity and refreshing change from today%u2019s saccharine coated %u2018Hollywood%u2019 films. I hope you continue to make films like these. Great soundtrack too, almost on par with Garden State :-)

L | 2007-12-02 09:53:59

Hey, so I have only recently seen The Last Kiss, firstly because I think it showed for like a week at the cinema in London, and secondly I waited because I had heard that it wasn't as good as some of the other things you have done. But anyway, I decided to hell with what everyone else thinks, I really want to watch it!!
And....I thought it was really amazing!! The connection between the characters is fantastic, a film really concerning personal relationships without the major hassle of a forward driving narrative is my heaven. I'm writing my dissertation at the moment about contemporary indie cinema and the relation to the idea of midlife crisis, so it actually has a small mention in that as well.
So anyway...just to say great film!! You should be really pleased with it!!

natalie | 2007-12-19 15:17:16

Hi there,
think i'm a little behind as i just saw the last kiss but just wanted to say i really really liked it. Just bought it with my Christmas money. I actually bought it because I fell in love with the soundtrack first. (You have great taste, thought you couldn't top the garden state st). So then I went and bought the film and no regrets there! I liked how everything wasn't all rainbows and roses in this film as most films are pretty unrealistic these days, but it was much more believable. Anyways, well done! Keep making good soundtracks so I can hear about all these good singers. (It took me so long to work out that cary brothers was a person and not 2 brothers by the way, confusing!)
Hope you're having good holidays
p.s. i'm on a really weird keyboard so my capital letters have taken a beating

Angela | 2007-12-29 13:10:13

Hi Zach, i'm like your greatest fan!!! I am insanily in love with Scrubs, and I must say your the funniest actor, yet you can also be such a touching actor when serious. I own all 6 Scrub Seasons, and watch them continually! I thought it was crushing when your character (J.D.) get's crushed when Keith proposes to Elliot... I made 2 music videos about J.D. and Elliot's realationship throughout the whole series so if you have time please check them out. I will give you the addy in the URL bar for "J.D. Elliot's Story [Part 1]" and if you watch that, please type in: "J.D. Elliot's Story [Part 2] ... Part 1 was my third music video ever making, so Part 2 is alot better... Both videos have been favourited many times... so please check them out..
Now for The Last Kiss... it was such a touching movie.. It was soo sad, and it opened me up to how life is, and will be.. It was pretty entertaining, had some comedy in there, but like I said before, the drama was amazing. The Ex was very funny! :P I really enjoyed it.. Keep up the awesome producing and acting!!!
Thanks so much for reading..
Lee Futcher-

Lee | 2007-12-30 19:48:42

you are amazing. :)
england love you!
the last kiss brought together my favourite actor - you and also rachel from the oc.
keep it up!
i love scrubs!
xo

Hannah-UK | 2007-12-31 06:33:23

It was a nice and realistic movie - infact it feels little on the darker side - you have acted well. Last week i saw Garden State, that was even darker i want to see you in a funny movie, you are so good in scrubs that my mind hates it when portray dark character.

shreya | 2008-01-03 13:25:14

i'M from Turkey and tonight the last kiss will be on tv.I was watching scrubs but this year there isnt scrubs on tv unfortunately.zach is very talented according to me.i hope he will be more successful during his future.i'm sorry i dont know whether or not my english is enough. :) anyway byeee.

özlem | 2008-01-05 11:15:51

Hi Zach !
I have to tell you that i'm your biggest French fan ! I think that a lot of people tell it to you, but, i think i'm the biggest ^^
You really make me laugh, you're so cool and ... BEAUTIFULL !
I liked "The Last kiss" very much, and i LOVE Scrubs ! For Christmas i had all the seasons in dvd :-D
I hope see you soon in a next movie (i'm sure you'll do a great film)
So, can i tell you i love you ? Or will you thinking i'm stupid ?
I hope you'll answer me, but i'm not so naif
love you,
Marie-Eve
Ps: sorry for my English !!!

Marie-Eve | 2008-01-05 13:16:03

This movie was great like its actors and actresses.i think u are the pioneer of own generation as an actor.take care..Greets from %u0130stanbul/Turkey!!!

Ezgi Ozdemir | 2008-01-05 16:35:36

Im so sorry cause i my country your film doesnt show here Im form Peru in Southamerica mm Machu Pichu well i saw he trailer of the last kiss and i love it...wel how u say peace and love...and good luck i love Scrubs i saw for Warner Bross ...kisses

isabella | 2008-01-06 20:28:51

Je suis du Quebec et ton rôle dans Le dernier Baiser est vraiment extra. Tu as joué ce rôle avec splendeur tu es un super de bon acteur Bravo Zach pour ce que tu fais!
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Greg Malin | 2008-01-19 08:37:38

watup zach,ur my favorite actor and u make me laugh like crazy in scrubs im gonna watch the movie and keep up with every episode this last season,thanx if there were any1 to inspire me to do acting it'd b u

Leo Quintana | 2008-02-24 10:16:12

thanks for making this movie. it's helped me.
peace

sean | 2008-03-21 22:18:06

Hey Zach!
When will you visit the Pony Bar in Hamburg again??? Heard, that you`d been there... damn!
Greetings from the most beautiful town in Germany!

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Search | 2008-03-30 06:52:55

Hey Zach I just saw "the last Kiss" and thuroughly enjoyed it.
After watching a few videos from you on Letterman, and also watching scrubs every night
I feel like you and I aren't too different, except for the fact that your in your thirties and famous, and Im a fifteen year old kid still nervouse about what will happen the next day in high school
Email me man, Dont know why but it would be cool

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Dear Zak. You are simple super, I adore you!!!!!!!!! And film with your participation " Last kiss " shaking!! It is my most favourite film! I am from Russia but very much wish to arrive to you!!! You the best)))

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looks like you havent been on for a while but ill do this anyway! you probably get this alot so it probably gets annoying but im a huge fan of scrubs and JD is my hero! i think hes a good hearted person and he has a great sense of humor! if your not busy please email me!!!!!!

Isaiah Miramontes | 2008-04-22 23:18:32

I love your movies, U r truly an outstanding actor. I cant wait for you to make some more. I especially love them when its a passionate film. You are so hot on the big screen. You always make my blood boil. I have almost all of your movies already. I haven't seen the last kiss yet, but you can bet I will be owning that one soon. Keep making movies because I love them. U keep them coming and I'll keep buying them. Love ya, Jen

Jennifer | 2008-05-17 21:34:26

Hi Zach!

I totally loved the movie!! Omg it was so awesome and ... touching... made one think a lot

I love you!!

Love,

Sarah

Sarah | 2008-05-21 14:58:53

Hello
I write my comment because i love this movie. And I also love "Garden state". I am french and unfortunately I can not watch your movies in theater here. But I found DVD. I saw you are happy to have fans in Germany and I am happy to say you that you and SCRUBS are very popular here.
I learned that you continue scrubs for a 8th and final season. This is very great cause this wonderful and cult serie has to have a real end.

Thanks to be you ,for scrubs and all his songs

Mes salutations, ton grand fan français

habib from france | 2008-06-11 12:58:32

I REALLY LOVE THIS MOVIE, I HAD THE PLEASURE TO RENT "THE LAST KISS" ON DVD ABOUT A WEEK AND I HAVE TO TELL YOU THAT IT WAS ABSOLUTLEY AMAZING !! THIS STORY REALLY WAS A GREAT ONE AND I AM ASKING ALL MY GIRLFRIENDS FROM WORK AND MY SISTER TO COME OVER AND WATCH THIS PARTICULAR MOVIE WITH ME !! YOU ARE AWESOME !! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND KEEP MAKING THOSE AWESOME MOVIES !! YOUR FRIEND , "AC"

ANGELA CLARKE | 2008-06-17 13:43:11

have you ever had a date with anyone in the scrubs cast???

laura | 2008-07-16 13:17:58

Hi , i'm just want todownload The Last Kiss Film , i live it soOoOoOoOo Much w i love Zach Braff SoOoOoOoOo Much , so .. i want this film can u send it to me ?

FeFo | 2008-08-20 08:43:20

HI Zach Braff , i love u so much , can i have your e-mail ? I Swear i didn't love any actor like u , i'm from the Arabian Gulf and now i study in the United Kingdom and i love u and i want your e-mail or anything about u , love u :*

FeFo | 2008-08-20 08:45:16

yeh the last kiss kiss was really good i watched it online a few months back ps the actor who plays izzy hes is in most things you do lol he was the cop in garden state and private dancer in series 6 of scrubs wats up with that?

Bryn Harcourt | 2008-08-21 08:15:24

Hello, Zach - I'm from Romaina, I just watched the movie - THE LAST KISS. I know that it was out in 2006 but I just happen to stumble acrros in the DVD section -
The movie is great - true, real, true feelings, doubts, questions, ... I'm 29 and even though I'm a girl, I can relate to all the doubts that took center stage in this movie.

As one of your fans wrote - I loved - hated - loved you again all in the course of a 2-hour movie. Great performance, my hat's off to you - and I will be sure to check two of your other movies Garden State and The Ex - so don't let me down and keep up the good job!

Florentina (Bucharest / Romania)

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car wash | 2008-08-30 01:22:37

I guess I'm a little behind in commenting on this film. And you're way too busy to read and/or respond to every comment, so I guess this is more for me. When I first heard about this movie, it hit way too close to home and I couldn't watch it. Then, one lonely night, I decided I could use a little 'desensitization therapy.' So I watched. I watched, and I hurt, and got angry, and cried, and really had a hard time reconciling my "JD view" with this new character. I really couldn't (or didn't want to) buy you as a 'bad guy.' Then, as HBO continued to air the show, and I watched again and again (more therapy), I began to realize that you weren't really a bad guy. Just in a tough situation, and making bad choices. Regardless, as painful as the film was, it was so. . . true. The anger, the pain, the confusion, the regret. . . . I had felt it all. I, for one, appreciated the film on many levels, but moreso on a personal one. At the risk of sounding (even more) cheesy, thank you for providing me a different medium for sorting through my own feelings.

Ang | 2008-09-12 09:10:07

very Nice movie, you are like the best actor thats ever excisted! you are the best Zach, keep it up!

and..
call me :)
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Alexander Solowiow | 2008-09-16 09:05:10

je Tiens a dire que Garden state et scrubs ca defonce et en tant qu'acteur je trouve que tu joues bien la comedie, j'espere que tu auras le courage de lire et de comprendre mon message, jtrouve ca plus marrant, peace!

p.s: j'espere que c'est pas des conneries le faite que tu quittes scrubs ce serait bien dommage

bye bye

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vidoe poker | 2008-11-27 15:21:31

bueno zach, la verdad no tengo palabras para agradecerte por la excelente serie que has logrado junto a tus compañeros de trabajo, el dia que conoci a scrubs (gracias a mi hermano que es medico) me cambiaste la forma de ver las cosas....espero tu respuesta y que algun dia vengas a Argentina, ciudad de Cordoba y me visites.
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cxb | 2008-12-14 22:42:54

Ok zb I wont lie to you...i picked up a copy of the last kiss in the bargain section at the co-op store where i live in England.....(it cost £3.99) which in dollars is pretty damn cheap. anywho i put the disc into the player thinking i bet this is one of those movies where you watch 30mins, think god this is a pile of shit and turn it off, gutted that you wasted your hard earned cash on it. but no. i loved this movie.im am 27 and in the same place as you were in the movie. the path i am on mirrors my life so perfectly that for the duration of the movie i was fixated. when it ended. i watched the extras because i didn't want it to end. When i finished watching them and turned on the normal tv it took me a few mins to adjust, the movie took me into that world and it was like waking up.
I thought your acting was surperb.You portrayed your so honestly, you were shy,strong,thoughtful,sexy,sincere and of course funny but most of all what hit me was that you could tell that you were enjoying the role and I enjoyed watching you unfold in the drama Well done and best of all I did not regret the $3.99 one bit.
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Laurie | 2008-12-16 12:22:27

hey zb,

its always a pleasure to watch the last kiss its like a never ending summer for me... i first saw the poster of tht movie when i was in the uk, it struck me that very moment and decided that i would definitely go see that movie, however i didnt really got time to do so. but then after a year or so when i came to vancouver, i rented the dvd out and wasnt dissapointed a single bit. i watched it over and over again.. well i sincerely wish you all da best for your video production and will try to make an effort towards it..

regards, love and blessing

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